Tehran Art Galleries
A guide to Tehran Art Galleries
Tehran Art Galleries: Tehran is a city known for its bustling bazaars, ancient palaces, and mouthwatering cuisine. But beyond these attractions, the city is a vibrant hub for the arts, teeming with galleries showcasing both traditional and contemporary Iranian works. Here’s a selection of the most exciting galleries to explore in Tehran.
With a selection of cultural places to visit if you are a tourist in Tehran or even living in Tehran, we show you where the locals go to mingle with the art set.
Ariana Gallery
The Ariana Art & Culture Center offers an eclectic mix of artwork, antiques, artisanal handicrafts, and even a lovely outdoor café. Housed in a building from 1963 and surrounded by a lush 6800 m garden, the Ariana Gallery is a delightful escape from the bustling city.
- No.9, Fayazi St. (Fereshteh), Tehran, Iran
- 02122601216
- Off days: Saturdays
Working hours: 17 – 22 - http://www.ariana.gallery
- info@ariana.gallery
Mohsen Gallery
In memory of Mohsen Rasoulof, the Mohsen Gallery is a contemporary art space representing international artists. The gallery showcases a diverse range of artistic practices, from painting and sculpture to performance art.
- 42, Mina Blvd.
- 02122255354
- Off days: Thursdays
Working hours: 16 – 20 - http://www.mohsen.gallery
- info@mohsen.gallery
Atbin Art Gallery
The Atbin Art Gallery was established in 2000 with the aim of promoting young Iranian talents in the visual arts. This gallery seeks to capture the essence of Iranian visual arts, both through the work of young talents and pieces from masters of modern Iranian art.
- 42, Khakzad Alley, Touraj St., Vali-e-Asr St.
- 02126210395
- Off days:
Working hours: 16 – 21 - http://www.atbingallery.com/
- info@atbingallery.com
Salam Art Gallery
The Salam Art Gallery is a cultural center in northern Tehran showcasing valuable works of contemporary Iranian and international artists. With exhibits including photography, painting, books, and performances, it’s a testament to the diverse artistic talent in Iran.
- Floor -1, Sam Center, Fayazi(Fereshteh) St., Tehran
- 0212266952902122669425
- Off days: Saturdays
Working hours: 15 – 21 - http://www.salamartgallery.com
- info@salamartgallery.com
RooBeRoo Mansion
The Rooberoo Mansion is a cultural hub founded in 2016 in one of the oldest mansions in central Tehran. The mansion creates a space for artists from all over the world to interact and collaborate, fostering cross-cultural experiences in the fields of visual, performing, and musical arts.
Iranshahr Art Gallery
The [Iranshahr Contemporary Art Gallery] started in 2016 and brings art to the heart of everyday life in Tehran. Before its establishment, the team operated as Art Lounge Projects from 2009, hosting an array of artistic events. This dynamic 360-square-meter space in downtown Tehran is sure to have something for every art lover.
- 69/1, Sepand alley South Aban St., Karimkhan Zand St.,
- 02186036944
- Off days: Saturdays
Working hours: 16 – 20 - https://iranshahrgallery.com/
- info@iranshahrgallery@gmail.com
Seyhoun Art Gallery
Seyhoun Art Gallery was established in 1966 by Massoumeh Noushin Seyhoun, a renowned painter herself. As the most long-lived art gallery in Iran, it has promoted nearly all the leading figures in contemporary Iranian Art. Over the years, it has hosted more than 1200 exhibitions, showcasing a variety of art forms including painting, sculpture, photography, and graphic art. Also, the gallery has pioneered in introducing contemporary trends such as installation art, conceptual art, video art, and digital art to the Iranian audience.
- 11, 4th St., Vozara St.
- 02188711305
- Off days: Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday
Working hours: 11 – 19 - http://www.seyhounartgallery.com
- info@seyhounartgallery.com
Homa Art Gallery
Founded by Parviz Maleki and managed by Hengameh Moammeri, Homa Art Gallery opened its doors in April 2005. It has proudly hosted over 150 exhibitions, and has been instrumental in launching the careers of several major cutting-edge artists in Iran. This gallery is also actively involved in promoting young Iranian artists through its annual ‘Nasle No’ (new generation) exhibition.
- 8, West 4th Alley Sanaee St., Karimkhan Zand St.
- 021888635960218886359702188863598
- Off days:
Working hours: 12 – 20 - http://www.homaartgallery.com/
- info@homaartgallery.com
Other Tehran Art Galleries
Aaran Gallery
Aaran Gallery is a fascinating spot in Tehran, exhibiting works of contemporary artists in mediums such as painting, lithography, and volumetric art. The gallery aims to foster dialogue between artists, critics, collectors, and the public by sponsoring original artistic ideas and projects. Aaran Gallery is also committed to promoting artistic exchanges between South-west Asian, North African, and South-east Asian nations.
- Neauphle Le Chateau, Lolagar St. No 5.
- Tel +98 21 66702233
- Opening Times: 4-8
- Every day visiting hours,
- Closed: Saturdays and Sundays
O Gallery Tehran
Established by Orkideh Daroodi in 2014, O Gallery has a strong focus on the works of young and emerging artists. With its central location in Tehran, this gallery has been a pivotal platform for nurturing new talents in the Iranian art scene.
- 18 Shahin (Khedri) St., Sanaee St.
- 02188324828
- Off days: Saturdays , Sundays
Working hours: 12 – 20 - http://ogallery.net/
- info@ogallery.net
Shirin Gallery Tehran
Shirin Art Gallery is a leading promoter of Iranian modern and contemporary art, with branches in Tehran and New York. Established in Tehran in 2005, the gallery has played a crucial role in Iran’s art movement while bridging cultural exchanges between Iran and the international community.
- 5, 13th St., Sanaee St., Karimkhan Zand St.
- 02188343969 or 02188828489
- Off days: Mondays
Working hours: 11 – 19 - http://www.shiringallery.com/
- shiringallerytehran@icloud.com
Silk Road Art Gallery
As Iran’s first gallery devoted exclusively to photography, Silk Road has played a significant role in the development of the new artistic movement in Iranian photography since its opening in 2001. The gallery provides a platform where new ideas and methods in photography are discussed, shaped, and formed.
Whether you’re a seasoned art connoisseur or an enthusiastic beginner, these galleries offer a wealth of artistic exploration. Get ready to immerse yourself in the rich and diverse world of Tehran’s art scene.
- 210, Keshavarz Blvd.
- 02188977148
- Off days: Saturdays
Working hours: – - http://www.silkroadartgallery.com/
- info@silkroadartgallery.com
Azad Art Gallery
As Iran’s first gallery devoted exclusively to photography, Silk Road has played a significant role in the development of the new artistic movement in Iranian photography since its opening in 2001. The gallery provides a platform where new ideas and methods in photography are discussed, shaped, and formed.
Whether you’re a seasoned art connoisseur or an enthusiastic beginner, these galleries offer a wealth of artistic exploration. Get ready to immerse yourself in the rich and diverse world of Tehran’s art galleries.
- 5, Salmas Sq., Golha Sq., Fatemi Sq.
- 02188008676
- Off days:
Working hours: 16 – 20 - http://www.azadart.gallery
- info@azadart.gallery
Hoor Art Gallery
Established in October 2005 under the leadership of Yaghoob Emdadian, the Hoor Art Gallery has been a significant contributor to the painting, sculpture, and printmaking scene. Over its lifespan, the gallery has proudly hosted more than 160 solo and group exhibitions. The Hoor Art Gallery has aimed to nurture the local artistic landscape by spotlighting both groundbreaking artists and burgeoning young talents.
- 12, Naeemi Alley North Mirza Shirazi Ave., Motahari St.,
- 02188706984
- Off days: Saturdays
Working hours: 15 – 20 - http://www.hoorartgallery.com/
- mails@hoorartgallery.com
Khak Gallery
Inaugurated in 2002 and headed by Mandana Farahmand Pooya, the Khak Gallery has distinguished itself as one of Tehran’s premier art destinations, boasting an impressive repertoire in visual and contemporary arts.
The gallery meticulously curates monthly exhibitions year-round, featuring diverse artistic disciplines, including photography, painting, installation, and performance art. These pioneering events have been lauded by both the Iranian art community and critics for their provocative insights, which have nurtured a more profound understanding of curatorship and bolstered the burgeoning Tehran art market.
While regularly spotlighting the creations of well-established artists, the Khak Gallery also provides a platform for extraordinary emerging talents, thus fostering the next generation of Iranian artists.
As an avant-garde contemporary art institution, the Khak Gallery has demonstrated a steadfast dedication to bridging the substantial divide between novel art forms and the broader community.
For further inquiries or contact, please reach out to Khak Gallery.
- 1 Jila Alley, Basiri St. Gholhak Shariati Ave. Tehran, Iran
- 02122605465
- Off days:
Working hours: 16 – 20 - http://www.khakgallery.com/
- info@khakgallery.com
Shokouh Gallery
- No 19. Amir Nori Alley. North Salimi St. Andarzgo Blvd. Farmaniye. Tehran
- 02122670726
- Off days: Thursdays
Working hours: 16 – 20 - http://www.shokouhartgallery.com/
- shokouhartgallery@gmail.com
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Tehran Museum of Contemporary Art
We cannot miss the oldest Modern Art Gallery in Tehran! The Tehran Museum of Contemporary Art is one of the world’s great collections of 20th century artwork.
The Tehran Museum of Contemporary Art, or TMoCA (موزه هنرهای معاصر تهران in Persian), stands as one of Iran’s most extensive art museums. It boasts a collection exceeding 3,000 items, encapsulating world-renowned European and American paintings, prints, drawings, and sculptures from the 19th and 20th centuries. Additionally, TMoCA also holds one of the finest collections of Iranian modern and contemporary art.
TMoCA was officially opened to the public by Empress Farah Pahlavi in 1977, a mere two years before the seismic shift of the 1979 Revolution. It is esteemed as one of the most significant repositories of modern Western masterpieces located outside the conventional art centers of Europe and North America.
- Kargar Street (next to Laleh Park) Tehran
- 021 88989374 021 88951323
- Off days: Different
Working hours: 10 – 18 - http://www.tmoca.com
- info@tmoca.com
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