San Francisco's The Cube: A New Landmark in the Financial District

Opening on October 25, 2024, the San Francisco Institute of Contemporary Art (SFICA) is relocating to "The Cube," a five-story modernist building at 345 Montgomery Street in the Financial District. The exhibition space will expand from 11,000 square feet to an impressive 26,000 square feet! 🏛️ Architectural Highlights: · Originally built in 1971 as a flagship branch for Bank of America · Redeveloped by Skidmore, Owings & Merrill · Features a five-story atrium with grand staircases and cantilevered walkways · Located at the corner of California Street and Montgomery Street 🎭 Exhibition Highlights: → Free admission with no permanent collection → Focuses on experimental contemporary art exhibitions → Regularly rotating exhibits addressing social and cultural issues → Free workshops available on weekends 📍 Visitor Information: · Address: 345 Montgomery St, San Francisco · Hours: Wednesday to Sunday, 11am-5pm; extended hours on Thursdays until 7pm · Admission: Completely free · Transportation: Centrally located in the Financial District with excellent public transit access 💡 Visiting Tips: · Thursday evenings tend to be less crowded · Nearby attractions include SFMOMA and other art institutions, making it perfect for an art-filled day · The building itself is a work of art and worth admiring in detail