About
The Power Station of Art is a museum of contemporary art in Shanghai, located at 200 Huayuangang Road in the Huangpu District. It is also known as the Shanghai Museum of Contemporary Art, or PSA, and its Chinese name is 上海当代艺术博物馆.
As its name suggests, the building is a former power plant. Its large industrial halls have been adapted to hold exhibitions, and the scale of the spaces suits the installations and large-format works that the museum shows. The museum is described as China's first state-run museum dedicated to contemporary art, which gives it a particular place in the city's cultural life.
What to expect
The programme centres on cutting-edge contemporary art, with exhibitions and installations by both Chinese and international artists. Because the shows change, each visit may offer something different from the last.
- Contemporary art exhibitions across the museum's halls
- Installations by Chinese and international artists
- An industrial building whose architecture is part of the experience
Planning a visit
The museum sits in Huangpu, one of the central districts of Shanghai, so it can be combined with other sights in the city centre. For current exhibitions, opening times and any other visitor details, it is worth contacting the museum directly by phone at +86-21-3110-8550 before you go.
