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Kate Millett's 'Terminal Piece' Anchors First Major Exhibition Under New Mumok Director

exhibition · 2026-06-21

The mumok in Vienna is showcasing 'Terminal Piece,' an exhibition inspired by Kate Millett's 1972 artwork of the same title, which the museum has recently acquired. This exhibition, co-curated by Fatima Hellberg and Lukas Flygare, is the first significant show under Hellberg's leadership. Organized into five acts, it delves into themes such as visibility, surveillance, and the ethics of observation. Featured artists include Megan Plunkett, Miroslav Tichý, Elisabeth Subrin, and Bruce Nauman, among others. Running from 2026 to 2027, the exhibition includes installation views captured by Markus Wörgötter. Millett, recognized for her feminist text 'Sexual Politics' (1970), reflects on the violence within communities, particularly in relation to Sylvia Likens' murder. The exhibition is characterized by its atmospheric variations and unconventional viewing experiences.

Key facts

  • Exhibition 'Terminal Piece' at mumok, Vienna, runs 2026-27.
  • Centered on Kate Millett's 1972 work 'Terminal Piece,' recently acquired by the museum.
  • First major exhibition under new director Fatima Hellberg, co-curated with Lukas Flygare.
  • Features works by Megan Plunkett, Miroslav Tichý, Elisabeth Subrin, Louis Goodman, Jean Fautrier, Christine Gironcoli, Annie Ernaux, Sara Deraedt, and Bruce Nauman.
  • Millett's 'Sexual Politics' (1970) and the murder of Sylvia Likens are referenced.
  • Exhibition structured in five acts, exploring themes of visibility, surveillance, and ethics of looking.
  • Installation views photographed by Markus Wörgötter.
  • Windows in the museum were reopened, altering light and atmosphere.

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Institutions

  • mumok

Locations

  • Vienna
  • Austria

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