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Can the Canon Be Changed? In-Depth Art History Lecture Series at Royal Łazienki Museum

Join art historian Przemysław Głowacki to explore art history, challenge canons, and rediscover women artists.

"Czy można zmienić kanon?" offers a comprehensive lecture series led by art historian Przemysław Głowacki at the Royal Łazienki Museum. This program provides a structured understanding of art history, covering painting, sculpture, and architecture from prehistory to modern times. Participants will engage with artistic transformations, re-evaluate established canons, and highlight significant contributions, including those by historically marginalized women artists. It's an ideal resource for anyone interested in deepening their appreciation of art and cultural history.

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Exhibition summary

This exhibition is an extensive art history lecture series exploring the evolution of painting, sculpture, and architecture from prehistory to the present day. Led by art historian Przemysław Głowacki, the series aims to deepen understanding of art history, examine established canons, and highlight overlooked contributions, particularly from women artists.

Curatorial context

This comprehensive art history course, titled 'Czy można zmienić kanon?' (Can the Canon Be Changed?), offers a deep dive into the fascinating history of painting, sculpture, and architecture across different eras, from prehistory to the modern day. Led by art historian Przemysław Głowacki, the series is designed to provide participants with a structured understanding of art history, encourage reflection on artistic transformations, and challenge existing canons. The lectures will cover significant movements, renowned artists, and iconic works, while also emphasizing the broader context of art creation and its historical significance. A particular focus will be placed on re-evaluating and potentially altering the established art historical canon, with special attention given to the rediscovery of works by women artists that have been historically marginalized. The course is structured into two semesters, each comprising 12 lectures, presented on Tuesdays at 2:30 PM and repeated at 4:00 PM. It is presented as an excellent resource for students preparing for art history exams or pursuing higher education in the arts, as well as for any individual with an interest in art, promising to enhance their appreciation and understanding of artworks and museum visits.

Admission and ticket notes

Tickets are available for individual meetings at 4:00 PM for 25 PLN each. Semester passes for the first and second semesters were priced at 230 PLN each but are now sold out. Tickets can be purchased at the box offices in Podchorążówka, Stara Oranżeria, and Stajnie Kubickiego, or online via the provided link.

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Venue
Royal Łazienki Museum
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
Oct 14, 2025 – May 26, 2026
Artist line / attribution
The lecture series is personally led by art historian Przemysław Głowacki, an academic lecturer, museum educator, and popularizer of art knowledge.
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