Cemeti Art House is one of Yogyakarta's important independent art spaces, known for contemporary exhibitions, residencies, and a willingness to show work outside the tourist-batik comfort zone. In a city with deep craft and court traditions, Cemeti points toward the experimental and political side of local culture.
The space is small, and the value depends on the current programme, so check what is on before crossing town. For travellers interested in Indonesian art, though, it is a useful corrective to souvenir shopping: Yogyakarta is not only heritage, it is also a living art city.