The museum site was once part of the Emalia factory complex famously associated with Oskar Schindler.
The architecture intentionally uses a 'sawtooth' roof structure to mimic the profile of the original industrial factory buildings.
MOCAK holds an extensive collection of conceptual art, often focusing on the relationship between art and the political or social sphere.
The museum maintains a dedicated 'Library of Mieczysław Porębski,' a significant repository for art history research.
The institution publishes its own scientific journal titled 'MOCAK Forum.'
A permanent installation by artist Krzysztof Wodiczko explores the themes of homelessness and social exclusion through video projections.
MOCAK is a contemporary art museum located on the grounds of the former Oskar Schindler’s Enamel Factory in the Zabłocie district of Kraków. The facility functions as both a gallery and an academic research center, focusing on art created after the year 2000. Its permanent collection features works from internationally recognized artists such as Krzysztof Wodiczko, Edward Dwurnik, and Marina Abramović. The building was designed by architects Claudio Nardi and Leonardo Maria Proli to integrate industrial aesthetics with modern glass and steel elements. Beyond exhibitions, the site houses a library, a bookstore, and the MOCAK Cafe. The museum prioritizes interdisciplinary engagement, frequently hosting workshops and theoretical debates alongside its rotating displays. It serves as a central hub for the Polish contemporary art scene in Southern Poland.
The central internal courtyard, which contrasts the raw industrial brickwork with the clean, modern architectural lines of the gallery additions.
Check the official website for rotating exhibition schedules, as the main gallery layouts change several times per year.
Visit the on-site library to view its specialized collection of books on contemporary art and exhibition catalogues.
Combine your visit with the neighboring Oskar Schindler's Enamel Factory museum to understand the full historical context of the site.
Do not attempt to photograph works that have a 'no photography' symbol, as some installations are subject to strict copyright or light-sensitivity restrictions.
Closed on Mondays.
