Banksy: The Legendary Street Artist’s Most Baffling Secrets Finally Revealed!
Banksy’s Dismaland
Banksy’s 2015 “Dismaland” in Weston-super-Mare, England, turned a derelict lido into a dystopian version of a theme park, dubbed a “family theme park unsuitable for children.” This grim take on Disneyland featured works from 58 artists and drew 150K visitors over five weeks.
Notorious exhibits included a child’s payday loan shop and a book-burning spectacle of Jeffrey Archer’s novels. Its bizarre attractions and optical illusions had a profound $25.4 million economic impact, marking a significant moment in contemporary art.
Next: Banksy’s bold statement in Bethlehem’s heart.