Museo de Arte y Diseño Contemporáneo

The Museo de Arte y Diseño Contemporáneo (MADC) in San José is Costa Rica's leading institution for contemporary art and design. Since its foundation, the MADC has presented a dynamic programme of exhibitions spanning visual art, graphic design, industrial design, and digital art, with a particular emphasis on Central American and Latin American perspectives. The museum's permanent collection documents the evolution of contemporary Costa Rican art, while its temporary exhibitions bring a wide range of international artistic voices to San José. The MADC also runs an active educational mediation programme, maintains directories of artists, hosts design shops, and collaborates with the broader regional visual arts sector. As a cultural institution at the heart of San José's arts scene, the MADC serves as a vital platform for artistic exchange and creative innovation.