Art Cross Cultures
Mission
A platform for bilateral cultural exchange, based in Basel.
Who we are
Art Cross Cultures (ACC) is a Swiss non-profit organization based in Basel. We operate as a platform for bilateral cultural exchange, uniting artists and thinkers across disciplines and borders. We view art not merely as expression, but as a medium for connection, creating spaces where difference becomes dialogue.
Art doesn’t translate between cultures. It is the translation.
— Jusef Selman, President ACC
Our approach
ACC works in multi-year cycles. Each project pairs one artistic theme with one partner country. This structure allows for depth over breadth. Through reciprocal residencies, Swiss artists immerse themselves in new contexts, while international artists are welcomed to Switzerland. The result is not just an import/export of art, but a curated encounter: exhibitions, public panels, and performances that audiences experience in both places.