Within this selection, we present 17 distinguished galleries and museums that transcend mere spaces, weaving together tradition and innovation, and sculpting an enduring influence upon the global art landscape. These institutions are the stalwarts of African art promotion, fostering cross-cultural exchange on an international scale.
Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa (MOCAA) - Cape Town, South Africa : The Zeitz MOCAA is the largest museum of contemporary African art in the world. The museum's collection includes over 10,000 works of art from over 50 African countries.
National Museum of African Art - Washington, D.C., USA : Part of the Smithsonian Institution, this museum boasts an extensive collection of traditional and contemporary African art.
Goodman Gallery - Johannesburg and Cape Town, South Africa : The Goodman Gallery is one of the oldest and most respected galleries in Africa. It was founded in 1966 and has a strong focus on contemporary art from Africa and the African diaspora.
1-54 - London, UK : 1-54 is a fair that showcases contemporary art from Africa and the African diaspora. It was founded in 2013 and is held annually in London.
Afriart Gallery, Lagos, Nigeria : The Afriart Gallery was founded in 1995 and is dedicated to promoting contemporary art from Nigeria and West Africa.
October Gallery - London, UK : A pioneer in contemporary African art, this gallery showcases artists from across the African continent.
Galerie Cécile Fakhoury - Dakar, Senegal : The Galerie Cécile Fakhoury is a leading gallery for contemporary art from Africa and the African diaspora.
Efie Gallery - Dubai, United Arab Emirates : Efie Gallery is a contemporary art gallery in Dubai that specialises in the representation and advancement of artists of African origin.
Tiwani Contemporary - London, UK : Tiwani Contemporary is a gallery that promotes contemporary art from Africa and the African diaspora.
Institute Museum of Ghana - Accra, Ghana : The Institute Museum of Ghana is a non-profit organisation that promotes the study and appreciation of African art and culture.
Norval Foundation - Cape Town, South Africa : The Norval Foundation is a private museum that houses a collection of modern and contemporary art from Africa.
Nubuke Foundation - Accra, Ghana : A cultural institution in Accra, Nubuke focuses on contemporary African art and cultural heritage.
LouiSimone Guirandou Gallery - Abidjan, Ivory Coast : A hub for contemporary African art, this gallery represents artists from the Ivory Coast and beyond.
Gallery 1957 - Accra, Ghana : Gallery 1957 is a gallery dedicated to promoting contemporary art from Ghana and its diaspora.
Omenka Gallery - Lagos, Nigeria : Omenka Gallery is dedicated to contemporary African and diaspora art and often collaborates with international institutions.
Addis Fine Art - Addis Ababa, Ethiopia : This gallery is at the forefront of promoting Ethiopian and East African contemporary art.
Circle Art Gallery - Nairobi, Kenya : A leading art space in Kenya, Circle Art Gallery focuses on contemporary East African art.