ARKEN Museum of Contemporary Art

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Come Hell Or High Water – SUPERFLEX

SUPERFLEX stage ARKEN as a sunken ark in blue light, with 30 years of work in crates and a working factory building an artificial reef for rising seas.

Now showing7 May – 3 Jan 2027kr 150

The Garbage Man – Thomas Dambo

Thomas Dambo, famed for giant troll sculptures made from recycled materials, brings his playful upcycled world indoors for the first time in a museum.

Now showing24 May – 29 Novkr 150

ANIMOID – Ann Lislegaard

First major Danish survey of Ann Lislegaard, pioneer of feminist futurism: 30+ years of sci-fi animations, sculpture and immersive sound and light works.

Now showing24 Sept – 29 Mar 2027kr 150

Sylvie Fleury

The Swiss artist's first major Nordic solo show: chrome engines, luxury boots, neon and make-up palettes exploring cars, fashion and desire with punk-feminist wit.

Upcoming12 Feb 2027 – 29 Aug 2027kr 150

The One I Love (Den Jeg Elsker)

The first exhibition on Danish and Nordic artistic responses to HIV/AIDS, from the 1980s to today, set against the epidemic's cultural history.

Upcoming30 Apr 2027 – 2 Jan 2028kr 150

Permanent Collections

The Collection

Danish and international contemporary art, from Mona Hatoum's electrified kitchen Sous tension to Laure Prouvost's glass-breast fountain and Candice Breitz's Love Story.

Permanent collectionkr 150

Sculpture Park

Works from the collection scattered through Ishøj Beach Park: a floating house in the lagoon, bronze horseshoe crabs and Elmgreen & Dragset's boy on a rocking horse.

Permanent collectionFree

Visitor Information

How much does ARKEN Museum of Contemporary Art cost?

Standard adult admission to ARKEN Museum of Contemporary Art is kr 150. Students DKK 130; groups of 10+ DKK 135 each; under 18s, disability companions and Club ARKEN members free. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of ARKEN Museum of Contemporary Art?

ARKEN Museum of Contemporary Art is open Tue, Wed, Fri 11:00-17:00; Thu 11:00-21:00; Sat-Sun 10:00-17:00; closed Mon. Autumn holidays 12-18 Oct 2026 open daily from 10:00 (Thu to 21:00). Closed 24, 25, 31 Dec 2026 and 1 Jan 2027; open 10:00-17:00 on 28-30 Dec 2026.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is ARKEN Museum of Contemporary Art?

ARKEN Museum of Contemporary Art is located at Skovvej 100, 2635 Ishøj, Denmark, in the Ishøj area of Copenhagen. The nearest stations are Ishøj Station (S-train A, E) and Ishøj Strand ARKEN (light rail).

What can I see at ARKEN Museum of Contemporary Art?

A ship-like modern art museum on the Ishøj beach dunes, with bold contemporary shows and a sculpture park by the sea. Current highlights include Come Hell Or High Water – SUPERFLEX, ANIMOID – Ann Lislegaard and The Garbage Man – Thomas Dambo.

Do I need to book ARKEN Museum of Contemporary Art in advance?

Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.

When is the best time to visit ARKEN Museum of Contemporary Art?

Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.