Quartier des spectacles

A major Canadian institution dedicated exclusively to contemporary art, the Musée d'art contemporain de Montréal (MAC) is located in the heart of the Quartier des spectacles and at the site of Place des Arts. The MAC is currently offering a reduced program as it prepares for a major transformation of its spaces. We suggest that you consult the schedules posted on our website (macm.org) before coming to the Musée. Experience a stimulating journey of discovery. Enter a museum where the future is now! Located in the very heart of Montreal's cultural and commercial district, the Musée d'art contemporain de Montréal is the only museum in Canada devoted exclusively to today's art. Presented in a thoroughly modern architectural setting, the exhibitions can be surprising, stimulating or even provocative. The high-quality galleries, museum facilities and exhibitions earned the museum the from the Montreal Urban Community Arts Council. Since its founding in 1964, the museum has introduced over 2.5 million visitors to big names in the visual arts.