Congo River Arts of Central Africa December 10, 2010

The mighty Congo River winds its way through the very heart of Africa, from lush rainforests to wide grassy plains. The Congo also links diverse cultures as well as three modern nations, whose rich artistic traditions are explored in this exhibition. Encounter beautifully crafted sculptures, masks and ancestor figures, and learn about their importance in ceremonies, rituals and dances. The visual power of these objects have long impressed collectors and artists, and the exhibition also displays works by Pablo Picasso, who in the early 20th century was strongly influenced by African art as he developed his modernist style.

Known as the ‘river that swallows all rivers’, the Congo today links the nations of the Democratic Republic of Congo, the Republic of Congo and Gabon. Drawing from the musée du quai Branly and other European collections of African art, Congo River: Arts of Central Africa is the first of its kind to be held in Southeast Asia.

A full range of programmes for families, adults and students will be held in conjunction with the exhibition. Please log on to www.acm.org.sg from December 2010 for details.

This exhibition is jointly organised by the Asian Civilisations Museum and the musée du quai Branly, Paris.

General Information

Exhibition Dates : 10 December 2010 to 10 April 2011
Venue : Special Exhibitions Gallery, Asian Civilisations Museum
1 Empress Place, Singapore 179555
Enquiries : 6332 7798 / nhb_acm_vs@nhb.gov.sg
Admission charges : $8 (adults) / $4 (concession).
Family package at $20 for up to 5 pax.
Free admission for children aged 6 and below
Free admission for students, teachers, full-time National Service men
and senior citizens aged 60 and above (Singaporeans and PRs only)
50% discount for students and senior citizens aged 60 and above
(non-Singaporean/PR)
50% discount every Friday, 7-9pm
Opening hours : Monday: 1pm-7pm, Tuesday to Saturday: 9am – 7pm (to 9pm on Fri)
How to get there : By MRT – Raffles Place, By Bus – 75, 100, 107, 130, 131, 167