Ai Weiwei to Unveil Major Public Artwork on Sydney Harbour in 2026
In September 2026, Ai Weiwei is set to reveal a significant new public artwork along the Warrane/Sydney Harbour foreshore. This project is being orchestrated by the Museum of Contemporary Art Australia (MCA). Notably, this installation will mark the artist's inaugural large-scale public piece in Australia.
Key facts
- Ai Weiwei is creating a major new public artwork.
- The artwork will be unveiled in September 2026.
- The location is the Warrane/Sydney Harbour foreshore.
- The commission is organized by the Museum of Contemporary Art Australia (MCA).
- This will be Ai Weiwei's first large-scale public installation in Australia.
Entities
Artists
Institutions
- Museum of Contemporary Art Australia
- Art Collector Magazine
Locations
- Warrane/Sydney Harbour
- Sydney
- Australia