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Mission Statement
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"VAC is committed to supporting, honoring, and showcasing Vietnamese modern and contemporary arts in a global context."
About
Vietnam Art Collection (VAC) is a non-profit art organization based in Hanoi, New York, and Shanghai. We view collecting as a process of engagement, building dialogue and contributing to a healthy ecosystem where artists, curators, writers, and creatives can grow and thrive.
Our work centres on research, artist residencies, and programming, including exhibitions, workshops, talks, screenings, and fellowships. Alongside these initiatives, the VAC Collection spans from modern masters of the Indochina period to emerging voices shaping Vietnamese art today.
History
Founded by the Chinese-American collector Mr. Niu, VAC was officially established in Hanoi in early 2023. We first launched the archival research project to investigate the history of modern and contemporary Vietnamese art. After numerous studio visits and interviews with key members of the Vietnamese art community, we realized the importance of building a support system for young Vietnamese artists to grow and facilitating cross-regional dialogues. In the summer of 2023, we formed a global advisory board, including seasoned art professionals with a wealth of academic knowledge and extensive experience in the ever-evolving global art market. In April 2024, we launched a 3-month artist residency program in Hanoi, hosting two artists for each residency cycle throughout the year. Later that year, we made a debut show in Shanghai with artists from our collection and residency program.
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