The Museum of Contemporary Art

The Museum of Contemporary Art lies in the heart of the tourism quarter of Circular Quay. With free entry and free guided tours, the museum is a great destination for anyone passionate about art - or even those just a little curious. Those looking for hotels near the museum of contemporary art will find The Russell most convenient.

The Museum of Contemporary Art resides in a magnificent art deco pattered sandstone building that houses four floors of contemporary artwork from national and international artists. The museum prides itself on a constant process of gathering and displaying new works of artists from Australia and abroad.

The Sydney museum has large spacious interiors which create an ideal ambience for quiet contemplation and is the perfect location to study modern art. With a rich catalogue of works that display the evolution of modern art, the museum is an excellent resource if one wishes to gain a thorough understanding of contemporary art forms.

Notable On-Display Collections

• Maningrida Collection of Aboriginal art created by the artists of the native Maningrida community.
• Loti and Victor Smorgon collection given by Loti and Victor Smorgon which consist of 154 art works that delve into the styles of Australian artists of the 80's and 90's.
• Arnott Biscuit Collection which consists of 285 specimens of bark paintings.
• The Ramingining Collection which contains archetypal art styles of the Ramingining aboriginal community.

The Museum of Contemporary Art is located at 140 George Street. Our hotel is one of the closest hotels near the museum of contemporary art. You can check out them online at www.mca.com.au.