Atlanta Contemporary Art Center

The Atlanta Contemporary Art Center is a contemporary art museum in downtown Atlanta that operates across multiple exhibition spaces. It displays rotating collections of paintings, sculptures, installations, and multimedia works from artists working locally and around the world.

The center originated in 1973 as Nexus, a cooperative founded by artists working together. It evolved into a major museum through steady growth of both its exhibition program and physical spaces.

The center connects local artists with audiences through its Studio Artist Program, allowing creators to share work in progress with visitors during exhibitions. This direct exchange between makers and the public shapes how the space functions as a creative hub.

The center is located on Means Street in downtown Atlanta and is open Tuesday through Sunday with free admission for all visitors. Guided tours are offered throughout the week to help navigate the exhibition spaces.

The museum presents more than 200 different artworks each year, many featuring experimental installations that transform the building's architecture into part of the art experience. Visitors encounter spaces that shift and change through artistic intervention.

Location: Georgia

Inception: 1973

Website: http://thecontemporary.org

GPS coordinates: 33.76210,-84.39150

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:45