First off, Barcelona recently announced plans for a new institution called The Society Museum. This will unite three existing museums: The Archaeological Museum of Catalonia, The Ethnology Museum and The Museum of Catalan History. There's also plans for a new Natural History Museum, which will put the Museums of Zoology and Geology together with the botanical gardens and marine zoo.
In art, Joaquin Sorolla shows in the National Museum of Catalan Art through May 3rd. The Picasso Museum just wrapped up a "Living Things: Figures/Still Life" retrospective, and are currently hard at work setting up the first Spanish exhibition of Kees Van Dongan. This exhibit will be available for public viewing from June through September.
In food, the Spanish culinary scene continues to innovate. A new trend in Barcelona is called "bistronomia" - a combination of bistro and gastronomy styles. Currently, there are 15 "bistronomics" open in the city. Each offers a unique three-course meal that will only run you $30 USD.
In sports, Camp Nou Stadium (Europe's largest stadium) celebrates its 50th birthday with a $350 million redesign by Norman Foster. Using the style of Gaudi as inspiration, the architect plans to cover the exterior with a mosaic of multi-colored tiles that can change color. They will be used for light displays at night.
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