- Address: Jalan Medan Merdeka Timur No. 14, Gambir, Jakarta Pusat, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 10110, Indonesia
- Phone: +62 21 34833954
- Opening hours: Tue-Sun 09: 00-16: 00
- Date of foundation: May 8, 1999.
In the capital of Indonesia, Jakarta is the National Gallery of Art (The National Gallery of Indonesia or Galeri Nasional Indonesia). It is also an art museum and an art center. Travelers come here to get acquainted with the local culture and join the beautiful.
general information
This institution as the National Gallery exists since May 8, 1999. Founded it according to the program on national and cultural development of the population, which was launched in 1960. The preparation and restoration of the building was carried out by the Minister of Culture and Education named Fuad Hasan.
Before that, the building housed the Indian residence, which was built in a colonial style. Materials for the erection of the building were taken on the ruins of Kasteel Batavia (Batavia Castle). At the beginning of the 20th century, there was a female hostel here. At the same time, additional buildings were built for the training of students.
Over time, the headquarters of the youth union and the infantry brigade were located here. The Department of Education and Culture was able to regain the building only in 1982. He immediately began to use for a variety of exhibitions.
Description of the National Gallery of Art in Jakarta
The structure is a beautiful building with massive columns and bergs, built in the Greek style. Currently, the collection of the institution has more than 1,770 exhibits of contemporary art. Here there are both permanent exposures and temporary ones. In a separate room there are exhibits from different centuries, which are presented in the form:
- objects of everyday life of local tribes;
- ornaments;
- elegant porcelain products;
- luxury goods;
- gifts, which were presented to the gallery by different countries of the world.
Also in the building there are art installations created by modern young artists and sculptors from around the world. The most remarkable works were performed by such Indonesian and foreign authors as:
- Victor Vasarely;
- Hans Hartung;
- Vasily Kandinsky;
- Sonia Delone;
- Zhao Wuji;
- Pierre Soulage;
- Affandi Kusum ;
- Raden Saleh, etc.
Opportunities for youth
This institution gives a unique chance for talented artists to make their way to the world level. Administrators have developed a special program to find and educate gifted people.
Young authors from all over the world can get shelter here and provide their work for the world view. Their works will be preserved, exhibited and constantly promoted, so many dream to get here. For example, in 2003 the National Gallery of Arts hosted an exhibition presented by the works of Russian authors.
Features of visit
The National Art Gallery in Jakarta is enjoyed by local residents. Here you can meet Indonesian art historians and historians. They come here on business, because the exposition is a storehouse of useful information.
The administration of the gallery presented the collection in the best way and placed the exhibits very conveniently. Therefore, when moving from one room to another, visitors will be able not only to get acquainted with the masterpieces, but also to study the history of the development of the culture of Indonesia.
The National Gallery is open from Tuesday to Sunday from 09:00 until 16:00. Entrance to the institution is free. During the visit, guests should speak in a low voice so as not to distract other people from contemplating the exhibits.
How to get there?
The attraction is located in the center of the capital on Freedom Square (Freedom Square). You can get there by car on the Jl road. Letjend Suprapto or on buses 2 and 2B. The stop is called Pasar Cempaka Putih.