Galerie für Zeitgenössische Kunst, Art museum in Mitte district, Leipzig, Germany
Galerie für Zeitgenössische Kunst is an art museum in Leipzig's Mitte district dedicated to contemporary works and installations. The space features rotating exhibitions that present works by artists from Germany and around the globe.
The museum was founded in 1990 immediately after Germany's reunification, established to collect and exhibit contemporary art from the country. Over the following decades, it grew into a major venue for art across eastern Germany.
The gallery presents rotating exhibitions of national and international artists, contributing to Leipzig's position as a center for contemporary art.
The museum is located in the city center and is easy to reach by public transport. It is helpful to check the website for current opening hours and information about ongoing exhibitions.
The museum extends its exhibitions into public spaces throughout the city with art objects, connecting its galleries with urban life. This expansion into outdoor areas allows visitors to discover art while walking through Leipzig.
Location: Leipzig
Inception: 1990
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Address: Karl-Tauchnitz-Straße 9-11, 04107 Leipzig
Opening Hours: Tuesday-Friday 14:00-19:00, Saturday,Sunday 12:00-18:00
Phone: +49(0)341140810
Email: foryou@gfzk.de
Website: http://gfzk.de/en
GPS coordinates: 51.33390,12.36530
Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:43
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