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About 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art

El 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art abrió sus puertas en 2004 en el distrito central de Kenroku-en, en Kanazawa. El edificio circular de vidrio y hormigón, obra de los arquitectos de SANAA Kazuyo Sejima y Ryue Nishizawa, alberga instalaciones site-specific y una colección permanente de arte contemporáneo internacional. Entre las piezas más destacadas figuran 'Swimming Pool', de Leandro Erlich, y 'Color activity house', de Olafur Eliasson. La zona de acceso gratuito del museo conecta directamente con el parque que lo rodea, mientras que las exposiciones de pago se renuevan periódicamente.

Preguntas frecuentes

Where is the 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art located?

The museum is in central Kanazawa, Japan, within the Kenroku-en cultural district. It is a short walk from Kenrokuen Garden and the Ishikawa Prefectural Museum of Art.

Who designed the museum building?

The building was designed by the architectural firm SANAA, founded by Kazuyo Sejima and Ryue Nishizawa. Its circular, glass-walled design opened to the public in 2004.

What are the museum's most famous artworks?

A key permanent installation is Leandro Erlich’s ‘Swimming Pool’, which creates an optical illusion of an underwater space. Other notable works include pieces by Olafur Eliasson and James Turrell.

Is there an admission fee?

Access to the museum’s public circulation zone and some outdoor installations is free. A separate admission ticket is required for special exhibitions and the designated gallery areas.

What are the opening hours?

The museum is typically open from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, with extended hours until 8:00 PM on Fridays and Saturdays. It is closed on Mondays and over the New Year holiday.

How do I get to the museum from Kanazawa Station?

From JR Kanazawa Station, take the Kanazawa Loop Bus or a Hokutetsu bus to the ‘Hirosaka/21st Century Museum’ stop. The bus journey takes approximately 15 minutes.