Herning Museum of Contemporary Art
Midtjylland
Herning Museum of Contemporary Art, also known as Heart, is a prominent art museum located in Herning, Denmark. Founded in 1976, it initially operated in Angligården, a historic shirt factory designed by C. F. Møller, reflecting the town's textile heritage. The museum showcases an extensive collection of modern and contemporary art, including works by Paul Gadegaard, Victor Vasarely, Piero Manzoni, Richard Mortensen, Asger Jorn, Carl-Henning Pedersen, and sculptor Ingvar Cronhammar. In 2009, the museum moved to a new, architecturally striking building designed by American architect Steven Holl. This new facility integrates a museum and a concert hall, featuring galleries for both permanent and temporary exhibitions, an auditorium, rehearsal rooms, and a media library. The building’s design is inspired by Herning’s textile tradition, with an aerial view resembling shirt sleeves and exterior walls textured like fabric. The museum continues to enrich its collection with works by artists such as Bjørn Nørgaard, Joseph Beuys, Mario Merz, Knud Hvidberg, John Kørner, and Troels Wörsel. It is a cultural hub that attracts art lovers interested in contemporary visual and sculptural art within a unique architectural context.
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Astuce: Visitors are advised to plan their visit between Tuesday and Sunday, from 10 am to 5 pm, as the museum is closed on Mondays. It is recommended to check the museum’s website for any special closures or events. Purchasing tickets in advance can help avoid queues, and discounts may be available for students, seniors, and groups. The museum’s location in Herning makes it accessible by car or public transport, and combining the visit with local cultural or textile heritage tours can enhance the experience.
Faits intéressants
- •The museum building’s aerial design resembles a cluster of shirt sleeves, paying homage to Herning’s textile manufacturing history.
- •It houses a significant collection of sculptural works by Ingvar Cronhammar, a renowned Danish sculptor.
- •The original museum was located in an old shirt factory decorated by Paul Gadegaard in the 1950s.
- •The new building includes a concert hall and rehearsal rooms, blending visual arts with performing arts.
- •Steven Holl, the architect of the new building, is an acclaimed American architect known for integrating light and texture in his designs.
Histoire
The Herning Museum of Contemporary Art was established in 1976 in the Angligården shirt factory, originally designed by architect C.
F.
Møller.
The museum opened in 1977, focusing on contemporary art linked to the region's textile industry.
Over the decades, it expanded its collection with significant Danish and international artists.
A major milestone was the 2009 relocation to a new building designed by Steven Holl, marking a transformation into a modern cultural venue combining art exhibitions and performance spaces.
This evolution reflects the museum’s commitment to innovation and the integration of art with Herning’s industrial past.
Guide du lieu
Permanent Exhibition Galleries
These galleries display the museum’s core collection featuring Danish and international contemporary artists, including paintings, sculptures, and installations that reflect the evolution of modern art.
Temporary Exhibition Spaces
Dedicated areas for rotating exhibitions showcasing emerging artists and special thematic shows, offering fresh perspectives on contemporary art.
Auditorium and Concert Hall2009
A 150-seat auditorium designed for concerts and cultural events, integrating performing arts within the museum’s artistic environment.
Angligården – The Original Shirt Factory1950s
The museum’s original home, an old shirt factory designed by C. F. Møller, decorated by artist Paul Gadegaard in the 1950s, symbolizing the fusion of industrial heritage and art.
Contact
Téléphone: 97 12 10 33
