Duration
1 hour
If being confused by crazy art is your thing, you'll be comfortable in the mind-boggling MACBA. Head into Barcelona's huge contemporary arts museum and let your imagination unscramble both the permanent and temporary collections.Art is a serious business at the mammoth MACBA, the big boss of Barcelona's contemporary arts scene. The permanent collection at MACBA boasts around 5,000 works from the mid-20th century onwards, across three periods - the 40s - 60s, 60s - 70s, and contemporary.It's minimalistic and cool (seriously! They know how to pump the AC) and packed with amazing art in all forms. Skip the line and spend those extra hours soaking up art in air-conditioned comfort!Some of the exhibitions currently on at MACBA include:Feminist and political activist Martha Rosler offers videos, photos, installations and essays based on contemporary culture. A look at public truth through the mediums of technology, architecture and aesthetics, and how these things can be utilized to confront propaganda and secrets.A reflection on the 20-year history of the AIF (Arab Image Foundation) by one of its founders, Akram Zaatari.
