The Museum of Modern Art in Warsaw is renowned for its dynamic program of contemporary art exhibitions. Here you can learn about the types of Polish and international displays typically presented. Use this information to anticipate what you might explore during your visit.
A series of realist paintings exploring memory and socio-economic history.
Discover a collection of oil paintings by Patryk Różycki documenting personal histories and rural life. The work reflects on the challenges of social marginalization and family dynamics.
Patryk Różycki. Transformation
Exploring food sovereignty and urban agriculture in modern cities.
This exhibition explores how local food networks and community cultivation sustain urban centers. It highlights practical responses to sustainability challenges through contributions from urban planners, artists, and cooperatives.
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Contemporary paintings exploring digital culture, social identity, and the modern internet landscape.
Artist Adam Kozicki presents portraits and paintings capturing the intense, fragmented nature of digital lives. His work utilizes oil and ink to probe how virtual spaces mirror broader social dynamics and emotional landscapes.
Adam Kozicki Exhibition
A monumental latex installation exploring life, death, and energy
Delve into Minh Lan Tran's 'Rdzeń,' a striking site-specific installation at the Museum of Modern Art Warsaw. This nineteen-meter latex artwork transforms the staircase, engaging visitors with themes of materiality and transformation. Discover this unique contemporary art experience.
Minh Lan Tran Exhibition
Examining Polish-African cultural exchange through art, politics, and ethnography.
This exhibition investigates the layered history of Poland's relations with Sub-Saharan Africa during the PRL era. Discover diverse perspectives on anti-colonialism, visual culture, and the formation of African diasporas through various artworks and archival materials.
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Discover art and activism in the Surrealist movement's political engagement.
This exhibition explores Surrealism as a politically engaged international movement, showcasing its opposition to fascism and colonialism. Learn about its global solidarity and influence on societal emancipation through various art forms.
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Focuses on 'Athletes' and 'Workers' series, social emotional history in Poland.
Discover Edward Dwurnik's powerful paintings documenting social life and class transformation in Poland during the 1970s and 80s. This exhibition explores the intertwined emotions of pride and shame shaping identity during a profound historical period.
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Over 40 artists support refugee and migrant aid via Ocalenie Foundation.
This powerful exhibition at the Museum of Modern Art in Warsaw showcases diverse contemporary art. Pieces are available in a charity auction, with all proceeds supporting the Ocalenie Foundation's crucial work assisting migrants and refugees.
View ExhibitionA series of realist paintings exploring memory and socio-economic history.
Discover a collection of oil paintings by Patryk Różycki documenting personal histories and rural life. The work reflects on the challenges of social marginalization and family dynamics.
Patryk Różycki. TransformationExploring food sovereignty and urban agriculture in modern cities.
This exhibition explores how local food networks and community cultivation sustain urban centers. It highlights practical responses to sustainability challenges through contributions from urban planners, artists, and cooperatives.
Exhibition DetailsContemporary paintings exploring digital culture, social identity, and the modern internet landscape.
Artist Adam Kozicki presents portraits and paintings capturing the intense, fragmented nature of digital lives. His work utilizes oil and ink to probe how virtual spaces mirror broader social dynamics and emotional landscapes.
Adam Kozicki ExhibitionA monumental latex installation exploring life, death, and energy
Delve into Minh Lan Tran's 'Rdzeń,' a striking site-specific installation at the Museum of Modern Art Warsaw. This nineteen-meter latex artwork transforms the staircase, engaging visitors with themes of materiality and transformation. Discover this unique contemporary art experience.
Minh Lan Tran ExhibitionExamining Polish-African cultural exchange through art, politics, and ethnography.
This exhibition investigates the layered history of Poland's relations with Sub-Saharan Africa during the PRL era. Discover diverse perspectives on anti-colonialism, visual culture, and the formation of African diasporas through various artworks and archival materials.
Exhibition DetailsDiscover art and activism in the Surrealist movement's political engagement.
This exhibition explores Surrealism as a politically engaged international movement, showcasing its opposition to fascism and colonialism. Learn about its global solidarity and influence on societal emancipation through various art forms.
View Exhibition DetailsFocuses on 'Athletes' and 'Workers' series, social emotional history in Poland.
Discover Edward Dwurnik's powerful paintings documenting social life and class transformation in Poland during the 1970s and 80s. This exhibition explores the intertwined emotions of pride and shame shaping identity during a profound historical period.
Exhibition Details
Explore award-winning graphic design and publishing achievements.
View publications celebrated for excellence in editorial, graphic, and printing design from the 66th PTWK competition. This exhibition at the Museum of Modern Art, Warsaw, highlights the craft behind contemporary Polish book creation. Admission is free.
Polish Books Exhibition
Exploring the mythology and aesthetic of a distinctive Polish artist.
Discover the compelling solo exhibition 'Przemysław Piniak: Poszło w Pięty,' focusing on the intermedial works of this visionary artist. Explore a range of sketches, objects, and paintings that reveal his unique approach to art and societal critique.
Piniak Exhibition
Explore powerful layered paintings by an American artist of Polish roots.
Delve into Julie Mehretu's art, which translates contemporary global tensions and historical fragments into a compelling visual language. Her work draws from cartography, poetry, and socio-political events.
Julie Mehretu Exhibition
Explore Polish modern art through an avant-garde master's unique vision.
This exhibition offers a fresh look at Maria Jarema, a pivotal figure in Polish modern art. Delve into her unique interpretations of abstraction and surrealism, alongside her innovative monotype technique.
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Unpacking disability and entertainment through the metaphor of circus illusion.
Discover Nadia Markiewicz's recent performance art output, focusing on disability and entertainment. The exhibition uses a circus illusion show metaphor to explore profound personal experiences and challenge perceptions.
Nadia Markiewicz: MisteriosoOver 40 artists support refugee and migrant aid via Ocalenie Foundation.
This powerful exhibition at the Museum of Modern Art in Warsaw showcases diverse contemporary art. Pieces are available in a charity auction, with all proceeds supporting the Ocalenie Foundation's crucial work assisting migrants and refugees.
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Explore five centuries of artistic creation and female empowerment.
See nearly 200 works by women from Renaissance to contemporary periods. This exhibition challenges historical narratives and explores themes of authority, resistance, and identity. It showcases the diverse contributions of female artists across 500 years.
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Engaging Mazovia primary students with interactive art projects and creative collaboration.
This fifth edition of 'Basic Forms' is a unique contemporary art exhibition and educational program. It empowers primary school students in Mazovia to activate art through hands-on activities, fostering creativity and collaborative learning within their school environments.
Basic Forms ExhibitionExplore compelling narratives and diverse artistic expressions across the city.
Find captivating cultural programming and explore special installations throughout Warsaw's museums. From significant historical showcases to contemporary art, uncover the city's rich heritage through engaging displays. Plan your visit to experience diverse artistic viewpoints.
