Museum of Contemporary Art Sydney

Museum of Contemporary Art Sydney

The Museum of Contemporary Art in Sydney is one of Australia’s latest destinations for a study of modern art. With a rich store of works that trace the evolution of art, the museum promises a thorough understanding of the most recent trends in art forms.

The museum begun its journey in November 1991 when an old building initially used by the Maritime Services Board was restored and gifted to the Museum authorities by the Australian government. Financed by the University of Sydney and the Power Bequest, the museum seeks to preserve and further the endeavors of John Power; the first Australian artist to explore the facets of Cubism.

The Museum of Contemporary Art engages itself in a constant process of gathering and displaying the works of new artists both in Australia and abroad. As the huge galleries form a platform to the new talents, the museum remains committed to its end of showcasing the crosscurrents in art. The museum stretches across four floors of the huge art-deco patterned building, with galleries that feature a frequently changing series of exhibitions. The spacious arrangement of the interiors creates the perfect ambience for comprehending the subtleties of the different schools and styles of art displayed.

Collection of the Museum of Contemporary Art, Sydney: The museum houses an opulent collection of paintings and sculptures that scale the various possibilities in art which have so long remained unexplored.

The following are some of the most acclaimed collections of the museum-

- The J W Power Collection is the biggest store of the Museum. The collection, which had been a personal possession of the artist himself, was accumulated and gifted to the museum by the Power Bequest.

- The Loti and Victor Smorgon Collection was a precious gift by the private amateur collectors Loti and Victor Smorgon. The collection boasts of 154 art works that study the styles of the Australian artists of the 1980s and 1990s.

- The Ramingining Collection of Aboriginal Art holds up the archetypal art styles of the Ramingining community.

- The Maningrida Collection of Aboriginal Art is a store of art works crafted by the artists of the Maningrida community.

- The Arnott’s Biscuits Collection includes 285 specimens of bark painting by the native artists.

Archive: The Archive of the Museum of Contemporary Art stores a huge collection of valuable materials to help a deeper study of the history and evolution of art across the globe.

Venues: The Museum of Contemporary Art utilizes the picture perfect locales of Sydney to provide the city with three spectacular venues. The MCA Foundation Hall, Harbor Terrace and Circular Quay Terrace are the three venues maintained by the museum. With spacious interiors and outdoor arrangements, each of the halls provides ideal locations for hosting a party.

Facilities: The museum has a store that supplies a complete collection of international titles on art. The bookstore even offers a good choice for shopping gift items which highlight Australian art once again

The museum organizes special children’s programs and workshops during the summer holidays to encourage the little artists of the city.

Location and Access: The Museum of Contemporary Art is nestled by the Sydney Cove with the Rocks Area behind it.

With the Circular Quay ferry terminal nearby, the museum is easy to reach by bus train and ferry. Address: 140 George Street
The Rocks
Sydney, Australia

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