Museum of Contemporary Art Taipei, Contemporary art museum in Datong District, Taiwan
The Museum of Contemporary Art Taipei occupies a historical building with symmetrical architecture and a distinctive belltower at 39 Chang'an West Road. The structure contains multiple exhibition spaces across several floors designed to accommodate rotating displays and visiting artworks.
The building dates to 1921 during Japanese rule and originally functioned as Jian Cheng Elementary School. After World War II, it served as the Taipei City Government headquarters before its conversion to a museum.
The museum presents rotating exhibitions of Taiwanese and international contemporary artists working across different mediums and artistic movements. Visitors encounter installations, performances, and visual works that reflect current artistic conversations and creative directions.
The museum sits near Zhongshan Station on the Taipei Metro system, making it accessible by public transportation. Visitors should check current opening hours and any access information before planning their visit to ensure a smooth experience.
The museum has hosted major international artworks in its galleries, bringing pieces by established artists from around the world to Taipei. These exhibitions provided rare opportunities to see globally recognized contemporary works outside their usual exhibition circuits.
Address: No. 39, Chang'an W Rd, Datong District, Taipei City, Taiwan 103
Opening Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 10:00-18:00
Phone: +886225523721
Website: https://mocataipei.org.tw/tw
GPS coordinates: 25.05080,121.51898
Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:42
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