Power Station of Art, Contemporary art museum in Huangpu district, Shanghai, China.
The Power Station of Art is a contemporary art museum in Huangpu spread across seven floors with 12 exhibition halls. The building retains industrial elements and open spaces from its former function as a power station to display artworks.
The building was originally an electricity factory and served as the Pavilion of Future during Expo 2010. It opened in 2012 as China's first public contemporary art museum.
The museum displays works by Chinese artists who have created since the 1980s, shaping how visitors understand contemporary art in Shanghai. The exhibition spaces allow people to directly experience the artistic movements of modern China.
The museum sits on the west bank of the Huangpu River and is easy to reach by subway or bus. Visitors should allow time for several exhibition halls and wear comfortable shoes, as the visit involves moving through different levels.
The 165-meter chimney from the former power station was converted into a giant thermometer and also serves as exhibition space. This unusual feature connects the site's industrial past with its new role as an art museum.
Location: Shanghai
Inception: 2012
Official opening: 2012
Opening Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 11:00-19:00
Website: https://powerstationofart.com
GPS coordinates: 31.20310,121.49380
Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:40
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