Ludwig Museum of Contemporary Art

Overview

The Ludwig Museum of Contemporary Art in the Palace of Arts (MÜPA) displays Hungarian and international contemporary art from the 1960s to the present, including works from the Peter and Irene Ludwig collection.

Highlights

• Hungarian contemporary: Major works by Hungarian contemporary artists.
• International holdings: Warhol, Lichtenstein, and Beuys from the Ludwig donation.
• MÜPA building: The Palace of Arts is an architectural landmark.

History

Founded in 1991 with a donation from German collectors Peter and Irene Ludwig. Moved to the new MÜPA building in 2005.

Visitor Tips

• Check exhibitions: Program at ludwigmuseum.hu.
• MÜPA concerts: Combine with a concert at the adjoining Bartók National Concert Hall.
• Duration: 1–1.5 hours.