Contemporary Art Center of Galicia, Modern art museum in Santiago de Compostela, Spain.
The Contemporary Art Center of Galicia is an art museum in Santiago de Compostela designed by Portuguese architect Álvaro Siza Vieira, located near the San Domingos de Bonaval convent. The granite building contains exhibition halls, a library, an auditorium, and administrative offices arranged across descending levels.
The museum opened in 1993 as part of Spain's effort to strengthen cultural institutions and integrate Galicia into international art networks. This opening marked an important step in establishing the region as an art destination.
The center regularly showcases works by Galician artists and hosts discussions, workshops, and music events that support the local art scene. Visitors experience how contemporary art here connects with the cultural life of the city.
The museum is located on Rúa Valle Inclán and is open to visitors from Tuesday through Sunday, with free admission to all exhibitions. The entrance is reached via descending platforms that integrate with the surrounding landscape, making navigation straightforward.
The building was designed to incorporate the descending terraces from the former convent garden, creating a subtle connection to the site's past. This integration makes the space special, as it speaks to both art and the land's own history.
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