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| Abbreviation | CCA Lagos |
|---|---|
| Formation | 2007 |
| Founder | Bisi Silva |
| Type | Non-profit arts organisation |
| Purpose | Contemporary visual art, research, and education |
| Headquarters | 9 McEwen Street |
| Location | |
| Coordinates | 6°30′35″N 3°22′46″E / 6.5098°N 3.3795°E |
| Website | ccalagos |
Centre for Contemporary Art, Lagos (commonly abbreviated as CCA Lagos) is an independent non-profit art organisation based in Lagos, Nigeria. Founded in 2007 by curator and art historian Bisi Silva, the centre focuses on contemporary visual art, research, exhibitions, residencies, and educational programming.[1] [2]
History
editCCA Lagos was established in 2007 by Nigerian curator and critic Bisi Silva. The centre emerged during a period of growing contemporary art activity in Lagos, at a time when institutional infrastructure for experimental and conceptual art practices in Nigeria was limited.[3] [4]
Following its establishment, CCA Lagos became associated with independent curatorial practice and contributed to expanding platforms for contemporary African art.[5]
Activities
editCCA Lagos operates as a multidisciplinary platform supporting artistic experimentation and critical engagement. Its activities include exhibitions, artist residencies, public lectures, film screenings, and research-oriented programmes.[6]
The centre has been noted in art discourse for fostering dialogue around contemporary African art practices and supporting emerging artists and curators.[7]
Role in the contemporary art scene
editCCA Lagos has been referenced in international art writing as part of a broader ecosystem of independent art spaces contributing to the development of contemporary African art.[8]
Lagos itself has been widely discussed in international media as an emerging hub for contemporary art, with institutions such as CCA Lagos contributing to its visibility.[9]
Reception
editCCA Lagos has been covered in both Nigerian and international media in relation to exhibitions, programming, and its role in supporting contemporary art discourse in Nigeria.[10]
Legacy
editCCA Lagos is considered part of a wider movement of independent art spaces in Africa that emerged in the early 21st century and has influenced curatorial approaches, artistic collaboration, and the development of independent cultural institutions within Nigeria and beyond.[11]
References
edit- ↑ "Conversation with BISI SILVA, CCA Lagos" (PDF). I is for Institute. Retrieved 2026-04-03.
- ↑ "Race against time with Abbas' print painting canvas". The Nigerian Guardian. Retrieved 2026-04-03.
- ↑ Oguibe, Olu (2004). The Culture Game. University of Minnesota Press. ISBN 0-8166-4131-5.
- ↑ "Conversation with BISI SILVA, CCA Lagos" (PDF). I is for Institute. Retrieved 2026-04-03.
- ↑ "Gallery business in Lagos and tales of mixed fortune". The Nigerian Guardian. Retrieved 2026-04-03.
- ↑ "For Bisi Silva, it's rain of tributes from curators, others". The Nigerian Guardian. 2019-02-17. Retrieved 2026-04-03.
- ↑ "Race against time with Abbas' print painting canvas". The Nigerian Guardian. Retrieved 2026-04-03.
- ↑ "Archives and Memories: Ode to Bisi's legacy". The Nation. 2025-02-25. Retrieved 2026-04-03.
- ↑ "Nigeria's booming contemporary art scene". The Nigerian Guardian. Retrieved 2026-04-03.
- ↑ "Art spaces redefine Lagos cultural landscape". BusinessDay. Retrieved 2026-04-03.
- ↑ "Threads Of Heritage: "Òwú. Fil. Faden. Thread." Unites Africa, Europe In Lagos". The Nigeroan Guardian. Retrieved 2026-04-03.
Bibliography
edit- Oguibe, Olu. The Culture Game. University of Minnesota Press, 2004.
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