The Gallery of Modern Art in Hradec Králové is one of the most important galleries of modern and contemporary art in the Czech Republic. Housed in an early 20th-century building, its collections span Czech art from the 19th century to the present day. It regularly hosts exhibitions, lectures, and accompanying cultural programmes.
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An exhibition showcasing the complete collection of 54 sculptures by Vladimir Preclík displayed as an open storage, complemented by additional works from the gallery's holdings.
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A new permanent exhibition at the Gallery of Modern Art explores Czech 20th-century art through critical examination of traditional categories like school, style, and generation. Over 180 works by 140 artists including Kubišta, Preisler, and Filla will be on display until January 2030.
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A permanent exhibition exploring key artistic movements of the 20th century from the Mařák School to the 1990s, critically examining how categories shape our understanding of Czech modernism.
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An exhibition dedicated to creative partnerships in art – married and life couples whose works were created in the context of the twentieth century. It demonstrates how personal relationships were reflected in their artistic practice.
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The interactive sculpture Wish by Dušan Zahoranský invites visitors to create their own messages by manipulating movable letters in the heart of Hradec Králové.
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Painter Jan Pražan's exhibition examines the relationship between inner consciousness and landscape, where imagination encounters reality. The works draw from direct nature experiences and his ongoing engagement with eco art therapy.
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A video and sound installation exhibition by Erik Sikora that challenges conventional art perception through neo-Dadaist play and immersive experience.
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An exhibition of video essays by Erik Sikora exploring neo-Dadaist art through DIY instructions and playful engagement. Features two historical works and a new piece commissioned for this show.
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An exhibition of Jan Pražan's paintings that merges imagination with landscape reality, inspired by his interest in eco-art therapy and personal encounters with nature.
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An exhibition celebrating the historic Circle of Women Artists from the early 20th century, which championed women's professional status in art. Features works by Minka Podhajská, Julie Winterová-Mezerová, Anna Macková and other artists.
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A retrospective of Czech art historian and conceptual artist Karel Miler (1940-2025), bringing together works from the GMU with selected pieces from the Moravian Gallery.
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Ukrainian artist Polina Davydenko presents photographs, videos, and installations examining home, memory, and daily life during wartime. A thoughtful exploration of how people, their histories, and landscapes are shaped by conflict.
A summer open studio exploring graphic art techniques. Visitors can experiment with various printmaking and drawing methods while meeting working artists.
Summer open studio combining drawing and creative wordplay at the Gallery of Modern Art in Hradec Králové.
A summer open studio exploring light and color through interactive art. Visit the Gallery of Modern Art in Hradec Králové.
A summer open studio dedicated to sculpture, where visitors can explore and practice sculptural techniques in a gallery setting.
Summer open studio with painters working outdoors. A chance to see artists creating and learn about their plein air painting methods.
Opening reception for new works in the rotating section of the Gallery of Modern Art's permanent exhibition in Hradec Králové. Free entry.
An exhibition at the Gallery of Modern Art exploring how the whole and its details interact in contemporary art.
Hrateliér is an interactive art exhibition offering fun creative activities and games for visitors of all ages at the Gallery of Modern Art.
(2 days)
Evening opening of the Gallery of Modern Art in Hradec Králové with extended hours and special activities.
An exhibition of artworks by Dušan Zahoranský at the Gallery of Modern Art.
Opening reception of summer exhibitions with live music at the Gallery of Modern Art. Free entry to launch the exhibition season.
(4 days)
A beginner-friendly workshop introducing the basics of figurative drawing and human figure techniques.
Expert-led tour of Czech modernist art from the 20th century. Discover major works and movements that shaped Czech artistic tradition.
(15 days)
An exhibition at the Gallery of Modern Art presenting works inspired by a dual perspective on art and creativity.
Outdoor watercolor painting session at the Gallery of Modern Art. Try your hand at plein air art in a relaxed, social setting.
A guided walk along Benešova Avenue with architect Petr Štefek exploring the architectural features of this 1960s housing estate and its role in Hradec Králové's urban development.
A discussion event for art educators at the Gallery of Modern Art in Hradec Králové.
An advanced figurative drawing workshop for experienced participants at the Gallery of Modern Art in Hradec Králové.
A guided tour of an exhibition about creative partnerships in art, led by curator Anna Horák Zemanová. The exhibition examines the relationships of married and life couples whose work developed during the turbulent 20th century.
A lecture series exploring art and its interpretation at the Gallery of Modern Art in Hradec Králové.
(19 days)
An interactive workshop on typography and the movement of letters in space, where letters become part of a dynamic installation.
(32 days)
A creative workshop on painting urban greenery with pastels. Participants will learn layering and blending techniques in an inspiring outdoor session.
(32 days)
An interactive workshop for children focused on gardening, natural materials, and creative play. Participants will create their own garden and learn how to care for plants and seeds.
(113 days)
An exhibition of large-scale woodcuts by Markéta Bábková exploring windows and doors as boundaries between inner and outer worlds. The works are created through gradual removal of coloured surfaces and hand printing, evoking the atmosphere of places.
(113 days)
A retrospective of Rudolf Němec, a multimedia artist, performer, and poet who was part of the Czech underground scene. The exhibition traces his experimental work from body art through film to landscape interventions.
(113 days)
A retrospective of Rudolf Němec's work, one of the key figures of New Figuration who crossed boundaries between painting, performance, film, and literature.
(113 days)
A new permanent exhibition of 20th-century Czech art at the Gallery of Modern Art showcases works by artists outside the mainstream, beginning with graphics from the 1894 bibliophile journal Modern Review.
(136 days)
A new exhibition of paintings by Nikola Kopp Lourková exploring silence as a space of concentration. The artist works with subtle pink, ochre, and flesh tones in a slow return to the present.
(136 days)
An exhibition of video and photography by Lucie Rosenfeldová and Matěj Pavlík examining how our relationship with technology, uncertainty, and irrationality has evolved since 2014.