Abu Dhabi’s Department of Culture and Tourism has announced that the Guggenheim Abu Dhabi will open on 11 December.
Designed by the late Frank Gehry, the museum will showcase modern and contemporary art, advancing Abu Dhabi’s position as a leading global capital for the arts. The museum has been designed to reflect the UAE’s stories and beyond, encouraging curiosity among younger generations about modern and contemporary art.
It joins a growing community of museums and cultural institutions in Saadiyat Cultural District, including Louvre Abu Dhabi, Zayed National Museum, Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi and teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi. There are other Guggenheim museums in New York, US, Venice, Italy and Bilbao, Spain.
“Guggenheim Abu Dhabi is a defining moment in our cultural journey,” Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman of DCT Abu Dhabi, said. “The museum is shaped by the Emirate’s long-held conviction that culture is the most enduring bridge between peoples and a building block for forward-looking societies. It brings new perspectives to modern and contemporary art, shining a light on art from all around the world. As a key element of Saadiyat Cultural District, the museum will create transformative new opportunities for learning, creativity and cultural exchange, inspiring future generations to explore their own potential. Here, everyone belongs and can see themselves reflected in the stories the museum tells, engaging with ideas and artistic voices from across the world.”
