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Cafesjian Center for the Arts

  • RegionYerevan
  • Distance from Yerevan1.5 km
  • TypeMonument/Memorial complex

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About this place

In 2009, Gerard L. Gafesjian opened the Cafesjian Center for the Arts (CCA) in the Cascade Complex. Its mission is to present unique works of contemporary art in Armenia and showcase the finest examples of Armenian culture to the world. In front of the Cascade lies the Cafesjian Sculpture Garden, featuring expansive flowerbeds, walkways, and works by numerous renowned sculptors. In addition to its main activities, the CCA also hosts lectures, film screenings, concerts, and educational programs.

Interesting

facts about Cafesjian Center for the Arts

  1. Every year, the Cafesjian Center for the Arts (CCA) welcomes more than one million visitors.

  2. The Cafesjian Center for the Arts is an institutional member of the International Council of Museums (ICOM).

  3. The Cafesjian family has donated a rich collection of artworks to Armenia, consisting of more than 5,000 pieces."

Weather in Yerevan

The high season in Armenia lasts for a long time due to the pleasant climate conditions. Warm days in Armenia start in March and last until late autumn; winter is usually snowless and not long. The high precipitation season is variable. The tourist season for Cafesjian Center for the Arts depends on the weather conditions.

Cafesjian Center for the Arts

FAQ

What is the Cafesjian Center for the Arts?

It is an arts center in the Cascade Complex, opened by Gerard L. Cafesjian in 2009. Its mission is to present unique works of contemporary art in Armenia and to show the finest examples of Armenian culture to the world.

What is in the Cafesjian Sculpture Garden?

The Cafesjian Sculpture Garden lies in front of the Cascade, with expansive flowerbeds, walkways and works by numerous renowned sculptors.

What events does the center host?

Besides its main activities, the center hosts lectures, film screenings, concerts and educational programs.

How many people visit the Cafesjian Center?

The center welcomes more than one million visitors every year. It is also an institutional member of the International Council of Museums (ICOM).

What did the Cafesjian family give to Armenia?

The Cafesjian family donated to Armenia a rich collection of artworks numbering more than 5,000 pieces.

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Cafesjian Center for the Arts, улица Таманян, Ереван, Армения

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