Art exhibitions open in Krakow and Częstochowa

Two distinct art exhibitions have opened in Poland, focusing on existential and social themes through various media.

In Krakow, the Gallery Krypta u Pijarów is hosting “Droga do życia” (The Way to Life) from November 5 to 24, 2026. Organized as part of the 21st John Paul II Days, the exhibition features works by ten didactic artists from the Krakow Academy of Fine Arts. The collection includes paintings, sculptures, and graphics that explore the human journey from conception to resurrection, drawing inspiration from biblical figures, spirituality, and artificial intelligence.

The Częstochowa Museum has launched the “Zimne ognie” (Cold Fires) exhibition at the Exhibition Pavilion in Staszica Park. Curated by Roman Lewandowski, the showcase utilizes painting and video to examine human identity, encounters with others, and the experience of social exclusion. The exhibition also highlights the role of art therapy in managing anxiety and difficult emotions.