The building was originally part of the 'Silos Davis' grain storage complex, built in the 1950s.
The distinctive exterior colors were chosen via a public contest in 2003 during the building's conversion process.
The museum features an external panoramic elevator that offers views of the Paraná River and the Rosario-Victoria Bridge.
The interior floor plates were modified to create gallery spaces while preserving the industrial verticality of the silos.
It houses over 400 works from the contemporary collection, representing diverse movements such as the Rosario Art Group.
The facility is integrated into the Parque de las Colectividades, linking the urban architecture to the riverside park system.
The Museum of Contemporary Art of Rosario (macro) occupies a repurposed block of seven colorful, cylindrical concrete silos located on the banks of the Paraná River. Part of the Castagnino+macro system, the museum focuses on Argentine art from the 1960s to the present. The structure retains its industrial aesthetic, including the original grain elevator machinery integrated into the interior design. The exhibition spaces are spread across multiple levels connected by an external glass-enclosed elevator. It maintains one of the most comprehensive collections of post-war Argentine contemporary art in the country. The site is a prominent example of industrial heritage revitalization in South America. The museum frequently hosts experimental installations that interact with the unique curved geometry of the silos.
From the park level looking up at the colorful silos, or from inside the glass elevator.
Prioritize the exterior panoramic elevator for the best river views.
Combine your visit with a walk along the riverfront park for a full afternoon experience.
Check the official website for current rotating exhibitions as the silo layouts change with installations.
Do not expect a traditional rectangular gallery space, as the silo architecture creates unique sightlines and non-linear paths.
Closed on Tuesdays.
