MOCAK Museum of Contemporary Art in Krakow

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MOCAK Museum of Contemporary Art in Krakow, also known as Muzeum Sztuki Współczesnej w Krakowie, anchors Zabłocie in the former Schindler's Factory area with rotating contemporary exhibitions, the core MOCAK Collection, and a strong post-war avant-garde context.

For most first visits, start with a standard entry ticket, because it gives you full gallery access and flexible pacing, while Thursday can lower costs if your focus is the collection level.

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Current exhibitions

Ewa Partum: Contemplating Art, Contemplating Love

This major survey marks Ewa Partum's 80th birthday and 60 years of artistic work. It follows her feminist and conceptual practice through the body, touch, voice, critique of patriarchy, and the politics of communication.

Mar 7, 2026 – Jun 14, 2026

Toyen: Dreaming in the Margins

This exhibition focuses on one of European surrealism's most elusive figures through illustrated books, prints, catalogues, and posters. It links Toyen's radical imagination with questions of gender, desire, freedom, and resistance to fascism.

Mar 7, 2026 – Jun 14, 2026

Annette Kelm: Speak, Volumes

Built around Die Bücher and Travertinsäulen Recyclingpark Neckartal, this photography exhibition examines banned books, suppressed histories, and the afterlife of objects. It reflects on memory, material culture, and the survival of ideas under political violence.

Mar 7, 2026 – Jun 14, 2026

Katarzyna Krakowiak-Bałka: Ecologies of Togetherness

This residency-based project treats the museum building as a living host organism rather than a static backdrop. Its first instalment, Nest, draws on weaver-bird structures, industrial waste, and interspecies cooperation to rethink architecture as an ongoing process.

Mar 7, 2026 – Jun 14, 2026

Monika Drożyńska: Heall

This installation places three embroidered flags in the passage between MOCAK and Oskar Schindler's Enamel Factory. By folding together hell, heal, and all, it turns language into an anti-war gesture against indifference and the normalisation of violence.

Mar 7, 2026 – Jun 14, 2026

re:primer. Chapter 1: Self-Identifications

This relaunch of Re Gallery turns re:primer into a laboratory for visual art, curating, music, and community practice. Its first chapter draws on Ewa Partum's Self-Identification to explore gender roles, feminist legacies, and contemporary forms of self-definition.

Mar 7, 2026 – Jun 14, 2026

Katarzyna Depta-Garapich NON-HUMAN

Starting from a world marked by crisis, this exhibition looks for alternative ways of existing through non-human beings, ferality, and unity with nature. It proposes a more multi-species narrative and treats emancipation as inseparable from ecological interdependence.

Apr 24, 2026 – Jun 14, 2026

Do dzieła! Warsztaty dla najmłodszych

This workshop is aimed at MOCAK's youngest visitors.

May 24, 2026 – May 24, 2026

Dekonstrukcja i współtworzenie. Muzea a zwrot w kierunku muzeologii społecznej. Bruno Brulon Soares

This talk with Bruno Brulon Soares focuses on museums, deconstruction, co-creation, and the turn toward social museology.

May 27, 2026 – May 27, 2026

Prywatne spojrzenie na sztukę. Spotkanie z kolekcjonerami Lucią i Hermannem Lettenmayerami

This public meeting brings collectors Lucia and Hermann Lettenmayer into MOCAK's programme.

May 28, 2026 – May 28, 2026

re:elementarz: Spotkanie wokół antologii X-Philes archiwum queerowej poezji

This re:elementarz meeting focuses on the anthology X-Philes and queer poetry archives.

May 29, 2026 – May 29, 2026

Politics is temporary, art remains. Sztuka wobec polityki. Oprowadzanie po wystawie Ewa Partum: Contemplating Art, Contemplating Love

This guided event explores art and politics through the exhibition Ewa Partum: Contemplating Art, Contemplating Love.

May 31, 2026 – May 31, 2026

Sztuka jako praktyka emancypacyjna. Dyskusja wokół książki Agaty Jakubowskiej „Sztuka i emancypacja kobiet w socjalistycznej Polsce. Przypadek Marii Pinińskiej-Bereś”

This discussion centres on Agata Jakubowska's book and the emancipatory role of art in socialist Poland, with a focus on Maria Pinińska-Bereś.

Jun 2, 2026 – Jun 2, 2026

Dla ucha malucha. Zajęcia umuzykalniające dla dzieci do trzeciego roku życia

This family music session is designed for children up to the age of three.

Jun 6, 2026 – Jun 6, 2026

Aktywne śpiewanie. Zajęcia umuzykalniające dla dzieci w wieku od 3 do 6 lat

This family music session is designed for children aged three to six.

Jun 14, 2026 – Jun 14, 2026

Gabrielle Goliath. River

MOCAK lists this forthcoming solo exhibition by Gabrielle Goliath for summer and autumn 2026.

Jul 25, 2026 – Oct 25, 2026

Wilhelm Sasnal. Tree, Pig, Linen

MOCAK lists this forthcoming solo exhibition by Wilhelm Sasnal for summer and autumn 2026.

Jul 25, 2026 – Oct 25, 2026

re:primer. Chapter 2: Congregations

This second re:primer chapter turns to more-than-human communities and feminist ways of thinking about collective life. It continues the project's mix of exhibitions, workshops, radio, and collaborative practice in Re Gallery.

Jul 25, 2026 – Oct 25, 2026

Top tips

Buy online before arrival

If you want a smoother start in Zabłocie, buy your ticket online before you reach MOCAK. At busier midday windows, this removes one more on-site step. That way you enter faster and keep energy for the exhibitions.

Use Thursday for value

If your priority is cost control, visit on Thursday: entry to the MOCAK Collection exhibitions at level -1 is free, and temporary exhibitions run on discounted pricing. If your priority is a fuller museum day, compare a regular ticket on another day. This choice keeps your budget predictable.

Plan around hush time

Every Wednesday from 4 pm to 7 pm, MOCAK runs HUSH TIME. If you prefer a calmer sensory setting, this slot can work especially well for your first route through the galleries. You avoid extra noise and can focus on the artworks.

Travel light for lockers

Before entering the galleries, you need to leave larger items in lockers. The maximum size is 48 x 37 x 48 cm (18.9 x 14.6 x 18.9 in), and suitcases are not allowed in exhibition spaces. Packing light prevents entry friction, so your visit starts smoothly.

Pair one nearby stop

After MOCAK, add one close contrast stop, not three. The easiest pair is Schindler's Factory, and if you still have energy, continue later toward Wawel Castle. One clear pairing keeps the day coherent and lowers decision fatigue.

Check temporary-show changes

If your priority is specific galleries, check the current exhibition status before you go, because rotation periods can temporarily close some halls. This matters most on short city breaks, when every hour counts. A 30-second check helps you avoid mismatched expectations.

How to plan a smooth MOCAK stop in Zabłocie

This visit works best when you decide ticket style, timing, and one nearby pairing before you arrive.

Choose your entry format first

Best for most first-time visitors: start with a standard entry ticket and build your own pace through the current exhibition mix. If your priority is savings, Thursday usually gives stronger value for the collection-focused route. Make this decision before arrival, then keep the rest of the day simple. Book now.

Use Wednesday hush time if you prefer calm

Every Wednesday from 4 pm to 7 pm, MOCAK lowers sensory load in exhibition spaces. If your priority is quieter focus, this slot can feel easier than peak moments, especially on your first route. It is a small planning choice that can improve comfort a lot.

Keep transfers simple from Kraków Główny

From Kraków Główny, a tram connection to Zabłocie is about 8 minutes, then you walk into the former industrial zone around Lipowa. If you arrive by car, account for restricted and paid parking patterns in the district. Simple transfer planning helps you avoid avoidable friction at the start.

Pair one add-on after MOCAK

For a same-zone continuation, pair with Schindler's Factory right after MOCAK. If you want a bigger historical contrast later, use Wawel Castle as your second block. One deliberate pairing almost always works better than an overpacked list. Book now.

Why MOCAK feels different from classic museums

The museum's site history and collection strategy shape a contemporary experience that is rooted in Krakow's urban memory.

From Schindler site to contemporary museum

The project started in 2004 when the city acquired land and buildings on the former Schindler's Factory site at Lipowa 4. In 2007, the museum design competition selected the concept by Claudio Nardi Architetti. The building was handed over in 2010, and MOCAK opened on May 19, 2011, creating a contemporary art anchor in Zabłocie.

Collection strategy in post-war context

The museum presents recent international art against post-war avant-garde and conceptual traditions, instead of treating works as isolated objects. Its collection policy also places Polish artists in dialogue with broader global positions. This framing helps first-time visitors read contemporary pieces with less friction.

Scale and layout shape your pace

The usable museum area is about 10,000 m² (107,639 ft²), spread across adapted former-factory structures and newer spaces. In practice, this means you can build either a compact 90-minute highlights route or a slower, deeper session. Decide your pace early, so you do not rush your strongest gallery moments.

Who gets the most value at MOCAK

First-time visitors usually benefit from one clear route plus one nearby pairing. Repeat visitors often gain more by returning during exhibition change cycles. Families with shorter attention windows can focus on one floor first, while reduced-mobility visitors can use elevators, ramps, and calmer Wednesday timing. Matching visit style to your group keeps the experience enjoyable.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the current opening hours at MOCAK?

The regular schedule is Tuesday to Sunday from 11 am to 7 pm, with Monday closed. Ticket office service runs until 6:30 pm.

How much is a standard ticket?

A standard ticket costs 30 PLN. Reduced entry is 20 PLN, with additional reduced variants during exhibition change periods.

Is any part of the museum free on Thursdays?

Yes. On Thursdays, entry to MOCAK Collection exhibitions at level -1 is free, and temporary exhibitions run with discounted pricing.

How long should I plan for a first visit?

A practical range is 1.5 to 2.5 hours, depending on how many temporary galleries are open and how deeply you engage with the collection rooms.

Is MOCAK accessible for reduced-mobility visitors?

Yes. The museum has step-free routes, elevators, ramps, and accessible restrooms, and wheelchairs are available at reception.

Can I bring a suitcase into the galleries?

No. Large items must be left in lockers, and the maximum locker size is 48 x 37 x 48 cm (18.9 x 14.6 x 18.9 in).

Which nearby stop pairs best with MOCAK?

For the easiest same-area pairing, continue to Schindler's Factory. If you want a longer second block later, add Wawel Castle.

General information

opening hours

Regular schedule: Tuesday to Sunday, 11 am to 7 pm; Monday closed. The ticket office operates from 11 am to 6:30 pm, with last gallery entry 30 minutes before closing in Building A and 15 minutes before closing in the other exhibition spaces. Every Wednesday from 4 pm to 7 pm, HUSH TIME is observed in the galleries. The Re Gallery has a technical break from 1:30 pm to 2 pm, and exhibition changeovers can temporarily limit access to selected galleries.

address

MOCAK Museum of Contemporary Art in Krakow
ul. Lipowa 4
30-702 Krakow
Poland
Phone: +48 12 263 40 01

how to get there

Key tram anchors are Plac Bohaterów Getta, Limanowskiego, and Zabłocie. From Kraków Główny, tram travel to Zabłocie takes about 8 minutes. Parking is limited around Lipowa Street, and the museum has no dedicated lot.

accessibility

MOCAK is adapted for reduced-mobility visits with step-free paths, wide doors, elevators to level -1, ramps, and two accessible restrooms. Wheelchairs are available at reception, and adapted guided visits can be arranged in advance. Guide dogs are allowed.

website

Official site: https://en.mocak.pl/

tickets

Standard admission costs 30 PLN; reduced tickets cost 20 PLN, or 15 PLN during exhibition changeovers. Family tickets cost 65 PLN, group tickets 22 PLN per person (14 PLN concession), special tickets and non-exhibition events cost 5 PLN, and combination tickets with Schindler's Factory cost 15 PLN. Guided-tour tickets cost 150 PLN in Polish or 180 PLN in English, French, or Ukrainian for the first person or family; other participants buy admission separately. On Thursdays, entry to MOCAK Collection exhibitions at level -1 is free and temporary exhibitions are discounted; Krakow Card and #zwiedzajKraków Card holders get 20% off listed prices. Children under 7 can accompany normal or reduced-ticket holders.

luggage

Before entering exhibitions, leave larger items in self-service lockers. Maximum luggage size is 48 x 37 x 48 cm (18.9 x 14.6 x 18.9 in). Suitcases, backpacks, large bags, and umbrellas are not allowed in exhibition spaces.

photography and filming

Photography and filming are allowed without tripod and without flash. Food and drinks are not allowed in gallery spaces, so plan breaks before or after your exhibition route.

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