Kunsthalle Wien, translating to 'Vienna Art Hall', is a vibrant exhibition house for international contemporary art and discourse. Established in 1992, it has been a cornerstone of the city's cultural landscape, presenting exhibitions of contemporary art and contextualizing them within their societal and political environments. The gallery's focus on research into artistic practices and support for local and international artists underscores its commitment to the arts.

Located in the city's Museumsquartier and Karlsplatz, Kunsthalle Wien has been instrumental in fostering the growth of contemporary art in Vienna. Its program, developed by the artistic directors What, How & for Whom / WHW (Ivet ?urlin, Nataša Ili?, and Sabina Sabolovi?), is built on twenty years of collective work in Zagreb and various other locations. Their particular interest lies in artistic practices outside of power centers and the connections between art and various forms of activism. This focus has led to a program that places Vienna in its entirety at its center, stimulating an exchange with geographies, histories, and forms of knowledge that receive less attention and recognition than events in the major capitals of the West.

The gallery's history is as unique as its mission. Initially planned as a temporary structure by Adolf Krischanitz, the gallery was opened in 1992 at Karlsplatz in a yellow container-like building. This structure, controversial at first, not only shaped Vienna's cityscape but also changed the local art and exhibition scene. In May 2001, the gallery moved to its new main building in the Museumsquartier, designed by architects Ortner & Ortner. This building, a functional new construction, combines historical building substance with contemporary architecture, offering two halls with different space profiles for exhibitions of contemporary art.

Kunsthalle Wien has hosted numerous notable exhibitions, including "Past. Now. Soon.", "No Feeling Is Final. The Skopje Solidarity Collection", "Superstars", and "Street and Studio". These exhibitions have showcased the diverse talents of the artists represented by the gallery and contributed to a greater awareness of significant contemporary art.

In addition to its exhibition program, Kunsthalle Wien has a broad program consisting of talks, performances, symposia, and interdisciplinary event formats. It also has an intensive educational and publication activity, further enhancing its profile as a place for engaged thought and exchange of ideas. As it looks to the future, Kunsthalle Wien will undoubtedly continue to champion the work of contemporary artists and contribute to the global discourse on contemporary art.