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‘Where Are We in Time’ reflects a world in flux

Museum MACAN's first exhibition season of 2026 brings together contemporary and historical works that examine how history, memory and power shape the landscapes we inherit, and how we navigate an increasingly uncertain world.

6 days ago
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Between mountain and sea, ASEAN's music evolves

At Sarawak's Rainforest World Music Festival, indigenous melodies blended with jazz, rock, funk and electronic music, demonstrating how tradition continues to thrive through collaboration and reinvention. ...

1 week ago
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‘Labbayk’ portraits reflect Dutch Muslims’ pilgrimages

A photo exhibition at Erasmus Huis captures Dutch Muslims from diverse backgrounds, revealing their personal umrah and haj journeys that have shaped both faith and belonging. ...

2 weeks ago

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Recreating once-hidden historic Indonesian reliefs

An interactive exhibition at the Salihara arts center in Jakarta seeks to immerse the public in the scale and scope of reliefs conveying founding father and first Indonesian president Soekarno’s vision for the young country.

2 years ago
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Scent trends 2024: A guide to today's perfume preferences

Despite the current global and national hardships, the perfume industry keeps going strong and exudes an aroma of freshness as brands, foreign and domestic alike, keep spraying the latest aromatic vapors.

2 years ago
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'France-Indonesia: Road to Paris 2024': Spreading the spirit of Olympism

The French Embassy in Jakarta is working with the Indonesian Olympics Committee and two French corporations to hold a sporting photography exhibition ahead of the 2024 Paris Olympics. This is the third time the City of Light will host a Summer Games, exactly 100 years after its second hosting in 1924. Paris first hosted the quadrennial sporting event in 1900.

2 years ago
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‘Wirid’ made art in Butet Kartaredjasa’s ‘Melik Nggendong Lali’

An artist known more for his acting and monologue, Butet Kertaradjasa showcases his many talents from the early stage of his career in the world of arts by displaying approximately 350 sketches, paintings and sculptures.

2 years ago
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Being alive: Singapore International Festival of Arts seeks what it means to be human

Themed “They Declare”, this year’s edition endeavored to welcome voices of people from all backgrounds and identities.

2 years ago
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Indonesians wooed by South Korean opera ‘The Wedding Day’

“Spring sneaks in like a thief!” a female servant belts out onstage, “It stole the winter, and it stole my heart, too.”

2 years ago
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Cultures, nature set to meld at 2024 Singapore International Festival of Arts

The Singapore International Festival of Arts (SIFA) is slated to return on Friday and run until June 2 at multiple theaters across the city-state.

2 years ago
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Louvre says Mona Lisa could get a room of her own

Such a move would give visitors, many of whom visit the Louvre for the iconic painting alone, a better experience, Laurence des Cars told the France Inter broadcaster.

2 years ago
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Long-lost Klimt portrait auctioned off for 30 million euros

Hong Kong gallery HomeArt snapped up the "Bildnis Fraeulein Lieser" ("Portrait of Miss Lieser"), which was commissioned by a wealthy Jewish industrialist's family and painted by the symbolist master Klimt in 1917 shortly before he died.

2 years ago
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Indonesian modest fashion: From tradition to trendsetter

The Indonesian fashion landscape has been moving toward sharia-conforming clothing, locally known as syar'i clothing, which can range from a simple selendang (thin scarf) to more delicate and intricate designs that are still easy to wear. 

2 years ago
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Cerita Kaca: Reflections on Indonesia's reverse glass paintings

An exhibition at Dia.Lo.Gue takes a look at the art of reverse glass painting, which originated in Europe and reached its heyday in Indonesia in the 19th and 20th centuries, when local artists infused their works with Chinese techniques.

2 years ago
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What If Lab: Public space made possible at Kampung Susun Kunir

 An urban exhibition showcases the perseverance of Kampung Kunir residents in defending their neighborhood. Turning the demolition of their homes into a low-cost apartment complex.

2 years ago
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US sculptor Richard Serra, known for towering minimalism, dies at 85

His strikingly large pieces are installed all over the world, from Paris museums to the Qatari desert, and have sometimes sparked controversy over their imposing nature.

2 years ago
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Discovery of ancient inscriptions adds new story to beginning of Batak script

Three ancient inscriptions found in North Sumatra show the possible transition from the ancient Sumatran script to the currently known Batak script.

2 years ago
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Gugug: A free-spirited, silent observer of everyday life

An exhibition to celebrate 25 years of comic strip ‘Gugug!’ embodies the canine character’s free and adventurous spirit.

2 years ago
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Short story: Not so bright lights, Sinking City

After snoozing four times, you turn off your alarm at 5:43 a.m. You list your gratitude: your slim thighs, your mother, your Timberland shoes. Unlike half the office, you’re grateful you’re not being forced to move to IKN or to get married. Mostly, you’re grateful for your phone and Angel, your two-year-old gray Munchkin cat.

2 years ago
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‘Voice Against Reason’: Challenging norms and inspiring reflection through art

Artists from Indonesian and other countries try to break down long-held beliefs, practices and a semblance of normalcy through a variety of works compassing fine arts and performance arts, as well as anything in between, in an exhibition at the Museum MACAN. 

2 years ago
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Abandoned Singapore mall becomes unlikely art haven

Around half a century old, Peace Centre is scheduled to face the wrecking ball later this year, but fans say it has provided a rare space for self-expression.

2 years ago
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National Museum unites multidisciplinary experts to rise from the ashes

The Museum National is working hard to restore artifacts affected by a fire that tore through Building A in September 2023, as well as implementing renovations that are scheduled to take over a year.

2 years ago
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Calling all guitar heroes, The Smashing Pumpkins are hiring

The influential alt rockers who achieved 1990s fame with hits including "Cherub Rock" and "Tonight, Tonight" are seeking an additional guitarist and welcoming resumes.

2 years ago
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CTI's 15-year mission and beyond: Safeguarding Indonesia's handwoven legacy

Overshadowed by the more famous and recognized batik, the Indonesian traditional handwoven cloth tenun does not lack supporters at home who strive to get the traditional fabric used more in our daily life. Cita Tenun Indonesia commemorates its 15th anniversary celebrating tenun by providing more training for weavers and introducing the fabric to a wider audience.

2 years ago
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Unique Ecuador nativity scene aims for historical accuracy

Some 300 figurines currently on display in a monastery-turned-museum in Quito, Ecuador recount biblical stories surrounding the birth of Jesus, such as Mary and Joseph's flight to Egypt to protect their baby or the massacre of the innocents, the tale of King Herod ordering the killing of all male children under two.

2 years ago
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'Soul of our ancestors': US to return stolen Cambodian treasures

The return of the sculptures to their countries of origin would empty the Met's collection of art associated with Douglas Latchford, a dealer charged with smuggling looted artifacts from Southeast Asia, the museum said.

2 years ago
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UNESCO recognizes Ramadan meal tradition of iftar

Iftar, which follows the sunset call to prayer during Ramadan, is associated with gatherings "strengthening family and community ties and promoting charity, solidarity and social exchange," the UNESCO said.

2 years ago
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‘Repatriasi’: Reclaiming Indonesia’s heritage from the shadows of colonialism

The National Gallery of Indonesia is holding an exhibition until Sunday showcasing repatriated artifacts looted by the Dutch colonial power. The exhibition intends to show to the public how rich Indonesia is culturally, and that Indonesians could preserve such precious heirlooms.

2 years ago
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'Masa Depan Batik': Unveiling the industry’s challenges and reshaping its future

Batik has a long tradition in Indonesia and has been recognized by UNESCO as an item of intangible heritage in 2009 while at the same time there are concerns about its future. Dutch artisan and researcher Sabine Bolk, however, is determined to keep up the spirit and skills, ensuring batik will always have a future.

2 years ago
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‘Bicara Melalui Kain’: Redefining textile narratives in Indonesia

Researcher and artisan Lusiana Limono was intrigued to find an old baby blanket made up from a patchwork of cloth pieces by her great-grandmother. The discovery led her to deep-dive into the world of textiles.

2 years ago
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Batik Durian: Weaving the essence of Lubuklinggau into global fashion

Durian and batik may not come naturally in the same breath but that was what one woman leader managed to do in Lubuklinggau city – promoting durian through batik artistry despite the absence of batik history in the city.

2 years ago
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What happens when art meets nature? Meet Semesta's Gallery

Standing on a lush, sloping hill in South Jakarta's Lebak Bulus, Semesta's Gallery has steadily clinched a reputation as one of the most distinctive art galleries in the city.

2 years ago
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Pura Mangkunegaran presents royal heritage in Angsukayana batik exhibit

The Mangkunegaran duchy has launched an exhibition and fashion show to present its rich batik heritage that has developed over the centuries.

2 years ago

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Fri, July 24, 2026

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