Museum of Contemporary Art, Art museum in Circular Quay, Australia.
The Museum of Contemporary Art is housed in an Art Deco structure at Circular Quay, overlooking Sydney Harbour and the Opera House. Inside, the building contains multiple gallery spaces displaying contemporary artworks across different media and styles.
The institution was established in 1991, founded with support from Australian artist John Power who provided substantial resources to create this dedicated space for contemporary art. This founding set the stage for the museum to become an important venue for modern artistic expression in Sydney.
The museum displays rotating exhibitions featuring works by Australian and international artists responding to contemporary issues and conversations. These collections offer visitors a window into how artists address and reflect on current events and society.
The building features wheelchair access and other accessible facilities for visitors with different needs. You can visit Thursday through Tuesday from 10:00 to 17:00, with extended hours until 21:00 on Wednesdays.
The exterior walls of the Art Deco building serve as a canvas for large-scale art installations integrated directly into the structure. This blending of architecture and artwork turns the facade itself into an ever-changing display space.
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