Silo Centenary Celebration
Schedule
Tue Sep 24 2024 at 10:00 am
Location
Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa, S Arm road, Silo district, V&A Waterfront, 8001 Cape Town, South Africa | Cape Town, WC
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Join us on Tuesday, 24 September 2024 when Zeitz MOCAA will host a day of festivities to celebrate 100 years of the Grain Silo and 7 years of Africa’s largest museum dedicated to contemporary art from the continent and its diaspora. Entry will be FREE FOR ALL, ALL DAY.
Coinciding with South Africa’s Heritage Day, this curated public programme will bring together History, Art and Architecture. Various activations will take place throughout the day that will offer local audiences an opportunity to reconnect with the museum as an accessible, social and culturally relevant meeting place within the Silo District, the V&A Waterfront and more significantly, Cape Town.
Originally built in 1924, the Grain Silo served as a vital component of Cape Town’s industrial landscape, symbolising the city’s role in the global trade network. However, with the decline of the grain industry, the Silo fell into disuse, becoming a dormant relic of the past. In 2017, this once-utilitarian structure underwent a remarkable metamorphosis, thanks to the vision of renowned architect Thomas Heatherwick. The Grain Silo was reimagined as Zeitz MOCAA, the home of groundbreaking contemporary art from Africa and its diaspora.
We look forward to seeing you at this momentous occasion where art, architecture and heritage converge to ignite the imagination and enrich the soul of South Africa while honouring the past and embracing the future.
HIGHLIGHTS:
FREE ENTRY TO ALL
Unveiling of the Architecture Exhibition
Multilingual Tours
Art Workshops
Live Music
Entertainment and Cultural Performances
Special Edition Silo Concert
Outdoor Food Court
Date & Time:
Tuesday, 24 September 2024
10 am – 6 pm
5 - 6:15 pm: Special Edition Silo Concert
Cost:
FREE ENTRY ALL DAY
Free entry only available with walk-ins on the day
SEPTEMBER MEMBERSHIP PROMOTION
During the month of September only, purchase a SILO Membership for only R290 pp discounted at R100 in celebration of our centenary celebration.
As part of our member community you enjoy year-round access and other curated benefits while helping further the museum’s mission.
For more information on the Zeitz MOCAA Membership Programme or to join, please email [email protected]
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Where is it happening?
Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa, S Arm road, Silo district, V&A Waterfront, 8001 Cape Town, South Africa, Zeitz Mocaa Food, Silo Sq, V&A Waterfront, 8001, South Africa,Cape Town, Western CapeEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
