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Description
Arsenal Contemporary Art is a large center for contemporary art in Le Sud-Ouest that showcases modern works from Canadian and international artists. The space includes exhibition galleries, artist studios, a private collection area, and a commercial gallery, all housed in a former shipyard building with open halls and industrial features.
History
Built in 1846, the building served as an active shipyard producing vessels until the early 1950s. In 2011, Pierre and Anne-Marie Trahan transformed it into a contemporary art center to make modern art from Canada and abroad more accessible to the public.
Culture
The center shows works that explore modern life and current ideas through different artistic approaches. Visitors can observe how the space becomes lively when exhibitions open and people gather to discuss what they see.
Practical
The center is easy to reach and has parking and wireless internet available throughout. Visitors can join guided tours or explore independently, and most areas are accessible to different types of visitors.
Did you know?
The center offers immersive experiences with virtual reality and technology that engage visitors directly within the artworks. Many installations are interactive and invite you to touch, move around, or experience art through multiple senses.
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