CACY is an exhibition centre devoted entirely to contemporary art, housed in the vaulted halls of a former 18th-century grain market in Yverdon-les-Bains. Admission is free, and you can discover works by Swiss and international artists.
Fine and applied arts museums
Main highlights
- Temporary exhibitions by emerging and established Swiss and international contemporary artists
- 18th-century vaulted halls in a building listed as a cultural property of national importance
- The first contemporary art centre to open in the canton of Vaud, dedicated to art in the making
Overview
CACY, the Yverdon-les-Bains Contemporary Art Centre, occupies a former grain market built in the second half of the 18th century. Converted into a municipal gallery at the end of the 20th century, the venue began its third life in 2013 when the centre opened.
It is located in the vaulted halls of the administrative building on Place Pestalozzi, listed as a cultural property of national importance. CACY is the first contemporary art centre in the canton of Vaud. It operates as a laboratory for art in the making.
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What to see and do
The centre hosts temporary exhibitions showcasing contemporary artistic positions that are by turns romantic, ironic, critical or politically engaged. The works on show span a variety of media : drawing, painting, sculpture, installation and video.
Exhibitions are often thematic and explore current issues in contemporary art. They bring together emerging artists and established creators from Switzerland and abroad.
The building’s stone vaults give the exhibitions a distinctive atmosphere, creating a dialogue between architectural heritage and contemporary creation. The centre also runs participatory educational projects with Yverdon’s schools and their pupils.
Practical information
Getting there : CACY is located on Place Pestalozzi, in the centre of Yverdon-les-Bains, close to the castle.
Admission : entry to the exhibitions is free.
Audience : contemporary art lovers, curious visitors and school groups, who can request a tailored guided tour by contacting the centre in advance.
Visiting tips
Exhibitions change regularly, so check the CACY website before your visit to find out what is currently on. Opening receptions are a chance to meet the artists.
Take your time to look at the works without rushing, as some call for careful attention.
Nearby
- Yverdon Castle, built in 1259 by Peter of Savoy, houses four cultural institutions.
- The Maison d’Ailleurs is a museum dedicated to science fiction, utopia and extraordinary voyages.
- The Pro Natura Champ-Pittet Centre, in the heart of the Grande Cariçaie, is a great place to watch marsh birds.
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