Museum Ovartaci, Psychiatric art museum in Aarhus, Denmark.
Museum Ovartaci is a museum in Aarhus dedicated to artwork created by people who received psychiatric care. The building houses thousands of pieces in various artistic media, with a rotating selection displayed in its exhibition spaces.
The institution began as a psychiatric hospital founded in 1852 and became known as one of the first places where artistic creation played a significant role in patient care. Over the decades, the focus gradually shifted toward recognizing and valuing the artistic output produced by its residents.
The works on display were created by people receiving care at the psychiatric facility and reflect how artistic expression became a form of healing and self-discovery. The pieces reveal personal perspectives and the creative ways artists found to represent their inner worlds.
The museum is housed in a large building with multiple floors displaying different collections and artistic works. Visitors should allow plenty of time to explore the galleries at a comfortable pace and examine the details of the various pieces on view.
The museum is named after Louis Marcussen, an artist who lived and worked within the institution for many decades and left behind a vast body of artistic creations. His legacy became emblematic of the creativity that shaped the place.
Opening Hours: 10:00-16:00; Saturday,Sunday,Holidays 12:00-16:00
Website: http://ovartaci.dk
GPS coordinates: 56.18647,10.18818
Latest update: December 13, 2025 11:47
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