About
Founded in 2007, UCCA Center for Contemporary Art is China’s leading contemporary art institution. Located at the heart of Beijing’s 798 Art District, it occupies a series of repurposed Bauhaus-style factory chambers. Under the leadership of Philip Tinari, UCCA has evolved from a private foundation into a multi-city institution, serving as a critical gateway for global artistic exchange. Its mission is to bring China into a global dialogue through a rigorous program of exhibitions, public events, and research-driven initiatives.
The Beijing flagship remains the center’s intellectual hub, known for hosting definitive retrospectives of both international icons and pioneering Chinese artists. By maintaining a high standard of academic independence and public accessibility, UCCA continues to shape the contemporary cultural landscape, acting as a vital nexus for the city’s creative community and a must-visit destination for international visitors seeking to understand the pulse of Chinese art today.