Museum of New Art

The Museum of New Art is a contemporary art museum on Rüütli Street in central Pärnu, known for changing exhibitions and international projects. Founded by artist and documentary filmmaker Mark Soosaar, the museum brings together works of visual art and an extensive video archive of documentary films. Its programme includes painting, photography, sculpture and experimental artistic practices. One of its traditional themes is exhibitions exploring the human figure and the relationship between art and society. It is a cultural stop in the historic city centre where the exhibitions change throughout the year.