Hesse surrounded by artist friends in Zurich © Nachlass Hermann Hubacher
148th birthday of the great writer and poet
Wednesday 2 July 2025, 19.00 –22.00 · Giardino ATTE, Via dei Camuzzi 7, Montagnola
How would Hesse celebrate his birthday today in his beloved Montagnola? Let’s imagine! Surely, he would be surrounded by his artist friends, each ready to offer a special gift: a performance, a small work of art, or perhaps a lively and witty conversation about art, philosophy, and the little follies of life.
We want to stay true to his spirit, drawing inspiration from the artistic circle that once shared life with the poet on the Collina d’Oro. This place, a cradle of creativity across various artistic disciplines, provides the perfect backdrop for a unique event dedicated to the great writer.
Let’s celebrate the Nobel Prize-winning writer with an evening of performances, music, poetry, and installations in a summer garden not far from Casa Camuzzi, Hesse’s first residence in Montagnola. A social event to meet, chat, enjoy an aperitif, discover the gifts that the artists have brought for the birthday guest, and soak in the genius loci of Montagnola.
In collaboration with Amici del Ticino, curated by Riccardo Lisi with the complicity of Giordano T. Rush.
Featuring the artists: Aqui Thami and her Sister Library from Bombay and Amsterdam, Anna Riti, Giordano Tatum Rush, Camilla Baumann, Mathias Frölicher, Philippe Helfer, Gabriel Zufferey, Bjorn Magnusson, ARK, Jonathan Frigeri. Culinary delights by Agnese Z’graggen.
Entrance fee: «Pay What You Want» principle. No registration required.