Franciszka Themerson: Walking Backwards @ Tate Britain

A major new display of works by Franciszka Themerson at Tate Britain, opening 3 June 2024, which will bring together films, drawings and paintings made by the artist between the 1930s and 1950s. With mingled tragedy and humour, they explore the turbulent years before and after the Second World War.
03 06.2024 30 05.2025 News, Visual arts

The Wawel Royal Castle in Krakow and the Victoria and Albert Museum in London inspiring culture & international collaboration

An innovative seminar on "Collecting, Curating, Conservation and Collaboration" hosted by the Wawel Royal Castle in Krakow in partnership with the (V&A) in London bringing together over 70 participants from various cultural institutions, including delegates from China and Ireland.
19 04.2024 26 04.2024 Events, News, Visual arts

‘The Peasants’ released on all major UK streaming platforms

The acclaimed painted film adaptation of a Nobel Prize winning novel by the makers of 'Loving Vincent' can now be found online to watch from the comfort of your own home.
08 04.2024 Film, News

Translation of Roger Moorhouse’s new book – The Forgers into Polish – March Release

Find out more about the Polish translation of Roger Moorhouse's book about the Lados group which helped Jews to escape Nazi persecution with the help of forged passports and discover one of the greatest and least known rescue operations of WW2.
27 03.2024 Events, History, Literature, News

Alissa Valles wins the 2024 Found in Translation Award

Alissa Valles has been awarded the 2024 FiTA Award for her translation of Zuzanna Ginczanka’s poems in ‘Firebird’.
28 03.2024 Events, Literature, News

“Agent Zo – The Untold Story of Fearless WW2 Resistance Fighter Elzbieta Zawacka”

New book release by authour Clare Mulley. From missions behind enemy lines to dealing with post-war regimes, "Agent Zo" illuminates the remarkable journey of the only female member of Poland's elite Special Forces, promising a gripping tale of courage and resilience.
16 05.2024 Events, History, Literature, News

‘The Brand that changed British Fashion’ – The Biba Story, 1964-1975 – Exhibition at the Fashion & Textile Museum

Explore how fashion phenomenon Biba (Barbara Hulanicki) blossomed to become the world’s first lifestyle label.
22 03.2024 08 09.2024 Events, News, Visual arts

Hugh Welchman talks about ‘The Peasants’ for Klassiki

Read the newest interview with Hugh Welchman, the director of 'The Peasants' about the biggest challenges and inspirations behind the acclaimed and well-received painted animated feature film.
21 03.2024 Events, Film, News

More awards for the Central Museum of Textiles in Łódź

Recently honored in the O!Lśnienia cultural plebiscite and bestowed with a prestigious award by Vogue Polska, the Museum of Textiles in Łódź continues to shine as a home of contemporary Polish fashion - it also recently received an award in the 'Doskonałość Mody 2023' competition for its pivotal role in promoting contemporary Polish fashion.
08 03.2024 News