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The Fu Bang Art Museum in Taipei recently faced criticism and online discussions regarding the rationality of their NT$1200 ticket price for general admission to see two exhibitions. Following the backlash, they introduced a discounted ticket for a single exhibition at NT$500. This pricing issue reflects a new challenge for art museums in the post-pandemic era, where institutions worldwide are grappling with rising costs and debating whether to adjust ticket prices accordingly or seek alternative funding sources to maintain affordable prices and give back to society. The article also discusses how different museums, such as those in the U.S., have addressed this issue, emphasizing the complexity of setting ticket prices in the art world.
Source: YAHOO