PinchukArtCentre. A free contemporary art center in the Bessarabka quarter

PinchukArtCentre opened on September 16, 2006, in the historic architectural ensemble of the Bessarabka quarter, restored specially for the museum. The interior was designed by French architect Philippe Chiambaretta. The center was founded by Ukrainian businessman and philanthropist Victor Pinchuk. It is an open platform for 21st-century contemporary art, combining the creation of new works, their display and the building of a collection focused on Ukrainian identity in an international context. In 2007 and 2009 PinchukArtCentre officially represented Ukraine at the Venice Biennale. The center works actively with young artists – it awards its own PinchukArtCentre Prize every year – and runs educational programs for children and teenagers, including inclusive classes for children with developmental differences. As of November 2019, more than 3 million people had visited the center. Entry is free for everyone, and the premises are accessible to visitors with limited mobility. Please note: PinchukArtCentre has no permanent collection on display. The exhibitions change completely several times a year, so the photos in this venue’s gallery show past installations, not necessarily what you can see now – check the program on the official website before your visit.