New Art Space Emerges in the Former Vienna Sophienspital

The 300 square meter space in the attic offers room for "exhibitions, performances, residency programs, and research - with a focus on diasporic and transnational art beyond classical community projects," it was announced on Tuesday during the presentation of "MEZEKƎRƎ". The start is planned for this year, while the official opening is scheduled for May 2026.

Art space in the former Vienna Sophienspital distances itself from "Eurocentric perspectives and structures"

The initiative comes from the collective oca:, which aims to "consciously distance itself from Eurocentric perspectives and structures in art" with the new space and to "conceptually, content-wise, aesthetically, and socio-politically explore new paths in Austrian art." The goal is to create a "safe, inspiring space for queer, BIPoC, and migrant artists." The project is funded by public funds, European grants, and sponsorship. For City Councilor for Culture Veronica Kaup-Hasler (SPÖ), "MEZEKƎRƎ" is "a strong sign for a diverse, open, and internationally connected Viennese art scene." With the initiative, "a new space is being created in the middle of the city that combines artistic quality with social responsibility," as stated in a statement from the councilor sent to APA.

(APA/Red)

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