Tuesday 14 April 2015

MOAD Relaunches On Thursday

The Museum of Africa Design (MOAD) is getting bigger and better. MOAD is Africa's first museum dedicated to design, and Johannesburg's cultural hub located in Maboneng.

After having closed for a short period for renovations, MOAD is re-opening with a full program of exhibitions, programs and projects that will reinforce the promotion and culture of African design in Johannesburg.

After months of planning, the Museum now presents a holistic program that will cement its significance as a landmark institute and centre for the cultivation and showcasing of all disciplines design in Africa.

MOAD will relaunch on 16 April with a new signature Vernissage event. Each quarterly opening will comprise of such events, which will start with a press preview & VIP showcase, followed by a public opening with live entertainment. The April 16th opening will preview two new exhibitions – Hobbs// Neustetter “Temporary but Permanent” and “NOT X Chris Saunders”, followed by live entertainment. The Vernissage opens to press at 6pm for 6:30pm and to the public at 8pm, where tickets are available via webtickets.co.za.

MOAD is located at 281 Commissioner Street, Maboneng. Further details and tickets are available at www.moadjhb.com