Exhibition on Catalan Involvement in Colonial Slavery

The exhibition titled 'Infamy: Catalan Participation in Colonial Slavery' delves into the lesser-known aspects of Catalonia's colonial history. Historically, many European nations have begun to reevaluate their colonial past, acknowledging their role in the transatlantic slave trade. This exhibition aims to confront these uncomfortable truths and engage with contemporary Catalan society, which is now far more diverse and complex than in previous centuries. It highlights the significant involvement of Catalan merchants in the slave trade, particularly in Cuba and Puerto Rico, and examines the profits that were reintroduced to Catalonia, contributing to its 19th-century development. By exploring this dark chapter, the exhibition seeks to provoke critical discussion about the lasting impacts of colonial slavery, including racism and the exploitation of migrant communities today. It's a call to reflect on and acknowledge the shadows cast by this history.