Metropolitan Arts Centre, Arts centre in Cathedral Quarter, Belfast, Northern Ireland
The Metropolitan Arts Centre is an arts facility in Cathedral Quarter housing multiple exhibition spaces, performance venues, and rehearsal rooms within a contemporary building. The interior is organized to accommodate diverse artistic activities and presentations across its different areas.
The facility opened in 2012 as a replacement for the Old Museum Arts Centre. Its creation reflected a decision to provide expanded and upgraded spaces for artistic activities in the city.
The venue hosts contemporary visual art exhibitions, theatrical productions, and dance performances that shape the city's creative scene. You will see how local and international artists present their work to diverse audiences throughout the year.
The centre sits on Exchange Street West and is easily accessible by public transport. Information about current programs and visiting times is available on-site and online to help plan your visit.
The building features a permanent installation titled The Permanent Present made of 400 colored copper strands suspended from an upper window. This artwork is an eye-catching element that visitors notice as they move through the space.
Location: Belfast
Inception: 2012
Website: https://themaclive.com
GPS coordinates: 54.60361,-5.92750
Latest update: December 13, 2025 12:40
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