| Suzhou MoCA formally opens to the public |
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The Suzhou Museum of Contemporary Art (Suzhou MoCA), located on the right bank of Jinji Lake, SIP, officially opened to the public on Aug 30. Concurrently, a four-month art season, themed “Suzhou in Its Finest Beauty”, kicked off.
The museum, designed by Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG), a Danish firm, marks an upgrade in SIP’s high-quality public cultural facilities, and is infusing the Jinji Lake area with a vibrant contemporary artistic vibe.
Neighboring the “Suzhou Eye” Ferris wheel, the museum boasts a modern minimalist architectural form that matches perfectly with the lakeside cityscape. The opening day saw many art enthusiasts and local residents queuing in an orderly manner to enter the venue. All exhibition halls were open, with visitors strolling leisurely through various exhibitions, quietly appreciating diverse artworks, pausing to admire pieces that they loved, and capturing memorable moments through their lenses>>>> |
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