A contemporary art gallery in a converted snowmobile factory, showcasing emerging and established artists in the Dolomites.
At a glance
Established in 2013 by Doris Ghetta, this 500-square-metre gallery occupies a repurposed industrial building at Pontives, near Ortisei. The two-floor space serves as a platform for contemporary artists through rotating exhibitions, publications, and public programming.
History
Doris Ghetta founded the gallery in 2013, transforming a former snowmobile factory into a contemporary art venue. The conversion preserved the building’s industrial character while creating a flexible exhibition space suited to the Dolomites’ cultural landscape.
What you see
The gallery occupies a converted factory across two floors, retaining traces of its industrial past. The 500-square-metre interior provides flexible exhibition space capable of hosting multiple exhibitions simultaneously.
Cultural significance
The gallery promotes contemporary artists through five parallel retrospectives annually, complemented by publications and talks. It hosts both solo presentations and collaborative exhibitions with guest artists, contributing to the contemporary art scene in the Dolomite region.
Key facts
- Address: Pontives 8, 39046 Ortisei
- Coordinates: 46.5881054, 11.6305319
- Phone: 0471 796557
- Website: www.dorisghetta.com
Practical information
Opening hours vary seasonally. From March, the gallery opens from 15:00 to 18:00, with Saturdays through Mondays closed. Check the official website for current hours and exhibition schedules.
Getting there
The gallery is located in Pontives, near Ortisei, in the Dolomites region of northern Italy. Detailed directions and access information are available on the gallery’s official website.
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