MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY CIRCUMPOLAR   ART 
MCCA



Welcome to MCCA


 1,850+ 

Arctic artworks preserved

 

 100+ 

Exhibitions curated



 30 

Years dedicated to circumpolar art


 10 

Countries reached



Discover the Arctic through art at the Museum of Contemporary Circumpolar Art MCCA. 

From the enduring impact of colonial legacies to climate change, the exhibits offer powerful insights into life in the Far North.


The circumpolar collection serves as an icebreaker, presenting themes such as:


  • The dynamic relationship with the environment, animals, people, and spirituality
  • Rich culture of Indigenous Arctic voices and traditions
  • Environmental changes and the climate crisis



What's On

 

Arctic Voices_MCCA

 



28.09.2024 - 08.02.2025


ARCTIC VOICES

Indigenous Perspectives on Pasts, Presents & Futures


The exhibition focuses on Indigenous perspectives from across the Arctic, featuring contemporary circumpolar art.


Some of the topics include:


  • Indigenous self-representation
  • Reconciling pasts and presents
  • Activism for Indigenous rights
  • Climate action and impacts on Arctic communities
  • Challenges of resource extraction and sustainable Arctic development



Learn more



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The Museum of Contemporary Circumpolar Art MCCA, operated by the non-profit "One Arctic", is a platform for contemporary art from the Far North, raising global awareness about Arctic Indigenous communities and their challenges.


Your support empowers us to amplify Arctic voices and preserve cultural traditions worldwide.


Every contribution, regardless of size, helps us tackle these crucial challenges.



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All MCCA Friend benefits, plus


  • A year of unlimited inspiration with FREE museum admission
  • Bring a friend: 1 complimentary guest pass per year
  • Special invitations to inspiring events and discussions
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  • Share the wonder: 5 guest passes for friends and family
  • Intimate behind-the-scenes tour for up to 6 people
  • A specially crafted annual gift celebrating Arctic artistry
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