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Centre d'Art Contemporain Genève

The Centre d'Art Contemporain Genève, founded in 1974 in Geneva, Switzerland, is a pioneering exhibition space for contemporary art on the Swiss and international scene. It presents ambitious projects exploring all contemporary practices, with a programme of screenings and encounters as well as the Biennale de l'Image en Mouvement. During the renovation of its exhibition spaces (2025–2029), the Centre operates from L'Arcade, a new venue in the heart of Geneva near the station, and continues an off-site and online programme. The institution also pays particular attention to educational and socio-artistic projects.

Information

  • Visit duration: 60min
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Free entrance: No
  • Price range: $
  • Topic: Art
    • Guided tours: Yes
    • Workshops: Yes

Opening hours

Open Wednesday to Sunday from 13:00 to 18:00.
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
13:00-18:00
Thursday
13:00-18:00
Friday
13:00-18:00
Saturday
13:00-18:00
Sunday
13:00-18:00

Admission fees

5 CHF
Adult admission
0 CHF
Free admission for Friends of the Centre, AI, ICOM, AICA, AVS, unemployed, teaching staff and students/apprentices, artists.
10 CHF
Member card: 10 CHF (free entry to all exhibitions, excluding events, available for purchase on site).

Contact

Webpage
centre.ch
Email
info@centre.ch
Address
Rue de Chantepoulet 1-3, 1201 Genève

Access

Nearby stops

  • Genève, Mont-Blanc150 meters walking distance
  • Genève, gare Cornavin350 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Genève
6m
Lausanne
51m
Martigny
1h 51m
Sion
2h 6m
Neuchâtel
2h 6m

FAQ

  • Where is the Centre currently located during the renovation of its exhibition spaces?
    During the renovation of its exhibition spaces at the BAC (2025–2029), the Centre operates from L'Arcade, a new venue in the heart of Geneva near the station and the Plaza cinema.
  • What is the Biennale de l'Image en Mouvement?
    Founded in 1985 in Geneva, the Biennale de l'Image en Mouvement is one of the oldest events of its kind in Europe, dedicated to moving images produced by artists. Since 2014 it focuses on commissioning new original works.
  • Does the Centre offer educational and mediation activities?
    Yes, the Centre pays particular attention to educational and socio-artistic projects, and offers workshops, guided tours and special mediation projects.
  • How can I reach the Centre by public transport?
    The Centre is accessible by bus at the Chantepoulet / Mont-Blanc stop (lines 6, 8, 9, 25) and by tram at the Gare Cornavin stop (lines 14, 15, 18).

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