ABOUT - Gallery Weekend Kuala Lumpur 2018

“The next Berlin? Kuala Lumpur launches gallery weekend. Dealers and museums join forces to put the Malaysian capital on the art map.” – The Art Newspaper

Join us for GWKL: November 29 – December 2, 2018

The New Malaysia has awoken—and in these tides of change the 3^rd Edition of GALLERY WEEKEND KUALA LUMPUR reinforces the region’s dynamic cultural identity.

With over twenty five participating commercial galleries, institutions, collections, and special projects–GWKL 2018 presents cultural programming with a quality, eclectic vision of the multi-disciplinary. Large established institutions host museum shows. Commercial and grassroots galleries reveal an exciting contemporary art world, intimately involved with the current political climate, community and urban settings.

GWKL provides a unique encounter with the cultural assets and multi-disciplinary practices of Malaysia, SE Asia and beyond, to local audiences and visitors. Offering a wonderful variety of well-organised programs of viewing, tasting and living Greater KL, GWKL is a cultural destination marquee. Throughout GWKL, art and design to view, purchase and appreciate.

Supporters for 2018 include: The Majestic Hotel, The Marini’s Group, Artsy, Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia, UNESCO Observatory, GalleryWeekend.org, Shalini Ganendra Advisory, Sovereign Art Foundation, Timeless Green, Department of Museums Malaysia, Cendana and Aesop.

The Majestic Hotel
Official GWKL 2018 Stay Partner
Special Offer: MYR 1,450 net for 3 nights (November 29th – December 2nd, 2018) with breakfast and two way airport transfer
Contact: tmklresv@ytlhotels.com.my Code: GWKL2018

"This is a brilliant initiative to showcase the rich heritage and new artistic impetus coming out of the region, a most memorable few days."

Dr. Hugo Weihe, Former Asia Director, Christie's.

"The KL Gallery Weekend was a fabulous possibility to become familiar with the art and culture of Malaysia that is not so well known in Europe. A few wonderful days of exchange, inspiration, and discoveries that were so much more interesting than just visiting the same places again and again. Definitely a big step in the right direction."

Herwig Kempinger, Director, Vienna Secession.

"Gallery Weekend Kuala Lumpur 2017 provided expert insights into its city's burgeoning contemporary art scene and cultural infrastructure. The lively and informative programme introduced us to the wide range of galleries, museums and arts professionals active across KL's far-flung urban districts, helping to better appreciate contemporary Malaysian art in an international context."

Sarah Ichioka, Design and Arts Commentator

Sarah Ichioka Design and Arts Commentator

Sarah Ichioka, Design and Arts Commentator

"The Gallery Weekend KL provided visitors like myself with fast-track access to the city's rapidly growing art scene. Well-organised and including a wide range of events, it offered many opportunities for in-depth conversation with local artists, gallerists, collectors, curators, and museum directors. Gallery Weekend KL opened my eyes to the unexpected riches of KL's artistic culture."

Christopher Phillips, Creator & Advisor, ICP

"The GWKL is a great initiative and will undoubtedly help reinforce the identity of KL and draw strong attention over time."

Hanif Kara, UK. AKTII, Professor, Harvard Graduate School of Design

"pushing the city to collaborate in unprecedented ways, generating self-awareness amongst various galleries, centres, institutions and arts professionals. Importantly, this provides a starting point from which to discuss how the city's identity could be mapped in the future."

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GWKL REVIEW 2017 | GWKL REVIEW 2016 |