Kunsthaus Zürich Draws 513,162 Visitors in 2024, Extends Abramović Exhibition Hours
The Facts
Kunsthaus Zürich reported 513,162 visitors in 2024, one of the highest attendance figures in its history, up from 504,349 in 2023. The museum attributed the success to its program and collection, which increasingly attract international audiences. The most visited exhibition of the year was "Matthew Wong – Vincent van Gogh. Last Refuge Painting," which drew 63,496 visitors. Due to strong demand, the museum has extended the hours of its Marina Abramović exhibition on its final weekend, with the show remaining open until 10 p.m. on Friday, February 14, and Saturday, February 15, 2026; the exhibition closes on February 16, 2026.
The Signal
The attendance milestone underscores the sustained appeal of Kunsthaus Zürich's expanded facilities, which opened in 2022 and drew 555,529 visitors in their first full year. The extension of Abramović's exhibition hours signals strong public engagement with the artist's work, a trend that may influence how other institutions schedule high-demand shows. For collectors, the museum's ability to draw large crowds for a pairing of Matthew Wong and Vincent van Gogh highlights the growing market resonance of Wong's posthumous reputation, particularly in dialogue with historical masters.
- Artists: Marina Abramović, Matthew Wong, Vincent van Gogh
- People: Kristin Steiner
- Museums: Kunsthaus Zürich
- Locations: Zürich
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