Labyrinth Gallery

Galeria Labirynt is a modern contemporary art gallery based in Lublin, at 5 Popiełuszko Street, known for showcasing a variety of artistic disciplines such as installations, video art, performance, multimedia, photography, film, and painting. Its history dates back to 1956, when the Bureau of Art Exhibitions (BWA) was established. A key period for the Gallery was the 1980s, when Andrzej Mroczek became director and promoted experimental art, turning the Gallery into a meeting place for artists. Despite the difficult times of martial law, BWA managed to maintain the trust of artists and continue its activities, with Mroczek earning recognition in the independent art scene. In 2010, Waldemar Tatarczuk changed the name from BWA to Galeria Labirynt, continuing Mroczek's program and introducing new performance-related initiatives. Galeria Labirynt strives to be a sensitive observer of artistic changes while actively participating in contemporary art processes, emphasizing performance art as a key part of its offerings. Although the Gallery has a rich history dating back to the 1960s, its contemporary identity is constantly evolving. An interesting fact is that Galeria Labirynt promotes not only Polish artists but also international names such as Joseph Beuys and Christo and Jeanne-Claude, highlighting its significance on the international contemporary art scene.