21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa Marks 21st Anniversary: A Return to its Origins
This year marks the 21st anniversary of the 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa. The museum has always kept a close eye on new trends in contemporary art, collecting works and holding exhibitions from an international perspective. At the same time, the museum has carried out various initiatives as a place of exchange with the public and visitors.
In FY 2025, the museum will continue to develop a number of programs to introduce the latest art and contemporary modes of artistic expression. As a participation-oriented museum, with the understanding and support of citizens, including volunteers, Sustaining Members, local shopping arcades, and Museum Members, we will continue to aim to create an art museum that respects diversity, is accessible to all, and offers something for everyone to enjoy.
Although twenty years have passed since the opening of the museum, this stance remains constant. Looking ahead to the next decade, we will continue to operate as a site where new values can be built.
Mission Statement
Through a spirit of cooperation, a museum will seek to awaken Kanazawa’s creative energy and become a compelling regional cultural attraction.
- Generating new culture
- Revitalizing its community
The four goals of a museum
1. To be a museum that moves in step with contemporary society.
2. To create a participation-oriented museum along with citizens and revitalize the community.
3. To be a museum open to the world, where regional traditional arts connect with the future.
4. To grow in spirit along with children.