Centro Atlántico de Arte Moderno, Contemporary art museum in Vegueta district, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain
The Centro Atlántico de Arte Moderno occupies three connected historic buildings in the Vegueta district and displays paintings, sculptures, photographs, and mixed media works. The collection features pieces by Spanish and international artists from the 20th and 21st centuries displayed through rotating exhibitions.
The museum was established in 1989 using buildings that are part of the historic old town where European and African influences shape the architecture. Its creation aimed to bring modern art visibility to the islands and foster artistic discourse in the region.
The name reflects the Atlantic location of the Canary Islands and how contemporary art here connects to the islands' distinct cultural position. Visitors encounter artworks that often explore themes tied to this unique geographical and cultural setting.
The building sits in the Vegueta quarter, which is walkable with easy passages through the historic old town. Visitors should know that spaces are spread across multiple levels and there are tight staircases connecting the linked buildings.
The museum features works by artists of the El Paso Group and Informalism movement, which emerged after World War II in Europe and found strong expression here. This artistic direction is often overlooked despite being central to understanding Spanish art history.
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