This article was first published by the Centre for Contemporary Arts Tashkent.
A landmark for Central Asia: The first permanent institution for contemporary art and research in the region, spearheaded by the Uzbekistan Art and Culture Development Foundation.
Historic architecture, reimagined: Housed in a 1912 industrial building, the Centre is being transformed by acclaimed French architects Studio KO.
A globally engaged programme: The inaugural year introduces residencies, youth initiatives, professional development, and interdisciplinary public programming.
Looking ahead to 2026: The inaugural exhibition Hikmah will bring together major international and Uzbek artists, with the building opening fully to the public in March 2026.
3 September 2025 – The Centre for Contemporary Arts Tashkent (CCA), led by the Uzbekistan Art and Culture Development Foundation (ACDF) and its chairperson Gayane Umerova, opens a bold new chapter for contemporary art in Central Asia with the launch of its first-year programme and announcement of its inaugural exhibition, Hikmah. The CCA will be the first institution of its kind in Central Asia as a permanent centre for contemporary art, research, and community engagement in the heart of historic Tashkent, helmed by Artistic Director and Chief Curator, Dr Sara Raza.
