Centro Nacional de Arte Contemporáneo Cerrillos

The Centro Nacional de Arte Contemporáneo Cerrillos occupies the former Los Cerrillos Airport terminal building and displays contemporary artworks across multiple gallery spaces. The collections feature Chilean art spanning several decades, spread throughout generous exhibition areas.

The building was constructed in 1928 as Santiago's international airport and served as a major transportation hub until 1967. When flight operations moved to the new Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, the facility was later repurposed as an art museum.

The museum displays works by Chilean artists and connects them with broader Latin American artistic movements. Visitors encounter contemporary forms of expression throughout the exhibition spaces.

The museum is open Tuesday through Sunday with no admission fee required. The Cerrillos metro station on Line 6 is located nearby and provides convenient access.

The building's architecture reflects an era when aviation represented modern Santiago's connection to the world. This transformation from a functional airport into an art space creates an unexpected spatial experience for visitors.

Location: Cerrillos

Operator: Ministerio de las Culturas, las Artes y el Patrimonio

Opening Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 10:00-17:00

Website: http://centronacionaldearte.cl

GPS coordinates: -33.49488,-70.70415

Latest update: December 14, 2025 16:44