In New Caledonia, various artistic movements cohabit, reflecting the country’s historical heritage and cultural influences. Native kanak art is as vibrant as it’s ever been.
Discover New Caledonia in a creative way
A city of galleries
Lec Lec Tic, Arte Bello, Galerie DZ, Chevalet d’Art… every week, Nouméa’s galleries invite visitors to come in and discover local artistic talents. Galerie DZ is more specialized as it showcases Oceanian and aboriginal art. Copyright: Galerie Arte Bello, Loic Casteluccio
Nouméa’s Château
It is called Château Hagen and is in fact a large period home featuring colonial architecture. Nowadays it hosts many exhibits and art nights. Copyright: Province Sud
Kanak art
The Tjibaou Cultural Center is an Arts Center, a museum and a place where artists can get creative. It was inaugurated in 1998 and has gained an immense reputation. The center offers artist-residency programs and hosts permanent as well as temporary exhibits, most of which are related to kanak art. Thanks to ADCK-centre culturel Tjibaou/RPBW
