National Museum of Contemporary Art and its collection

The National Museum of Contemporary Art (EMST) is a contemporary art museum in Athens focused on collecting and exhibiting contemporary Greek and international art. The collection can be divided into two parts: a historic one, dating from the second half of the 20th century, and a contemporary one. Next to exhibiting its own collection of art, the museum also organizes various temporary exhibitions with and related to contemporary art.

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National Museum of Contemporary Art
17 - 19 Vas. Georgiou B & Rigilis Str
10675 Athens

Visitor information National Museum of Contemporary Art

Opening hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday
11:00 – 17:00
Wednesday
11:00 – 17:00
Thursday
11:00 – 17:00
Friday
11:00 – 17:00
Saturday
11:00 – 17:00
Sunday
11:00 – 17:00

The last entrance to the museum is at 18.30, all days, except Thursday which is at 21.30. At the same time, the ticket office and the sales office close.

Hours for Easter: M. Friday (14.04.2023): 12.00-16.00, M. Saturday (15.04.2023) and Easter Sunday (16.04.2023): closed

EMST is closed every Monday, as well as: 1st January, 6th January, 25th March, 1st May, Easter Sunday, 15th August, 28th October, 25th & 26th December.

Admission

Reduced€4.00
Normal rate€8.00

Facilities

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Location & Map

17 - 19 Vas. Georgiou B & Rigilis Str, Athens

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Exhibitions

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  • Apollo's Insights AI-Generated

    The National Museum of Contemporary Art in Athens, Greece, offers visitors a diverse collection of modern and contemporary art. Located in a former brewery, the museum's industrial architecture provides an interesting backdrop for the exhibits. Many visitors appreciate the well-curated temporary exhibitions, which often feature both Greek and international artists. The permanent collection, while not extensive, showcases important works from the post-war era to the present.

    Positive aspects frequently mentioned by visitors include the spacious galleries, which allow for a comfortable viewing experience, and the thought-provoking nature of many exhibits. The museum's efforts to engage with current social and political issues through art are also generally well-received.

    However, some visitors note that the museum's collection is not as comprehensive as they might expect from a national institution. Additionally, a few reviewers mention that the lack of detailed information in English for some exhibits can be a drawback for international visitors.

    The rooftop cafe receives praise for its views of the Acropolis, although some find it a bit overpriced. The museum's location, slightly off the main tourist track, is seen as both a positive (less crowded) and a negative (requires some effort to reach) by different visitors.

    Overall, the National Museum of Contemporary Art provides a solid introduction to contemporary Greek and international art, making it a worthwhile visit for those interested in modern artistic expressions, though it may not appeal to everyone's tastes.

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