Ars Electronica Center

The Ars Electronica Center (AEC) in Linz is a world-renowned museum dedicated to the intersection of art, technology, and society. Housed in a striking glass-and-steel building on the banks of the Danube, the museum offers a hands-on exploration of digital innovation. Visitors can interact with exhibits on artificial intelligence, virtual reality, robotics, and bio-art. Highlights include the Deep Space 8K, a large-scale projection room for immersive visual experiences, and the AI Lab, where you can experiment with machine learning. The museum also features a Fab Lab for digital fabrication and a section on the future of mobility. The AEC is not just a museum but a research institute and a hub for the annual Ars Electronica Festival, which attracts artists and technologists from around the globe. The exhibits are constantly updated, ensuring repeat visits offer new discoveries. The building's facade, illuminated with LED lights at night, is a landmark in itself.

Don't miss

• Deep Space 8K immersive projection room
• AI Lab with interactive machine learning exhibits
• Fab Lab for 3D printing and laser cutting
• The 'Understanding AI' exhibition
• The annual Ars Electronica Festival in September

Tickets & tours

Ways to visit Ars Electronica Center

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Know before you go

• Many exhibits are interactive; allow time to play and experiment.
• Check the schedule for Deep Space 8K shows; they run at specific times.
• The museum is family-friendly, with activities for children.
• Photography is allowed in most areas, but flash may be restricted.

A bit of history

Founded in 1996 as a museum for the Ars Electronica Festival (established 1979), the center moved to its current building in 2009. It has become a leading institution for digital art and media culture.