By DestinAsian - March 9, 2021
New exhibitions put the spotlight on a talented crop of Southeast Asian artists and key works from the venueâs permanent collection.
Multiverses and futures (2017) by Olafur Eliasson. (Photo courtesy of Museum MACAN)
Almost a year after it was forced to temporarily close due to the coronavirus pandemic, the Indonesian capitalâs leading modern and contemporary art institution will be physically welcoming visitors from tomorrow. For its reopening, Museum MACAN has announced an exciting lineup of exhibitions held in its 7,100-square-meter facility in West Jakartaâs Kebon Jeruk neighborhood. Leading the charge is âStories Across Rising Landsâ, which reflects the diversity of Southeast Asia by channeling the perspectives of local artists from eight different countries around the region. This showcase emphasizes each artistâs personal connections to the history and politics of their native lands through mediums such as video, installations, photography, painting, and video performance.