New TEA Exhibition Explores Hidden Histories of Santa Cruz de Tenerife
The exhibition A Parrot, Three Bars, and Gold Teeth at Tenerife Espacio de las Artes explores the hidden, alternative history of Santa Cruz de Tenerife through a collection of new multidisciplinary artworks.
The new exhibition A Parrot, Three Bars, and Gold Teeth at TEA (Tenerife Espacio de las Artes) is more than just an art show; it is a deep dive into the city's hidden history. The exhibition, which is free to the public until October 18, offers a fresh look at Santa Cruz de Tenerife, moving away from official history to explore a collection of fragmented memories and local culture.
Curated by Mariana Cánepa Luna, Max Andrews (of the duo Latitudes), and Néstor Delgado Morales, the project blends academic research with creative expression. Artists Israel Pérez and María Requena have produced sixteen new works for the show, using a mix of sculpture, installation, drawing, and painting. These pieces are part of Conquistador, an ongoing, evolving archive that highlights stories often left out of traditional history books.
The exhibition challenges how we view historical records. By showcasing objects and stories that fall outside mainstream narratives, the artists encourage visitors to wander through the city’s past and form their own connections. The title itself is designed to spark curiosity and personal interpretation before visitors even step inside.
To discuss these ideas further, the museum is hosting a public talk this afternoon where the artists and curators will explain how they combined urban exploration with their creative process. The exhibition is open Tuesday through Sunday, including holidays, from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. It offers a unique chance to see how memory and imagination can change the way we understand the city around us.