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Programme

25 September
6 pm – Opening of the exhibition “Inclusivity of Space. The Art of Zbigniew Makowski”

Zbigniew Makowski built his compositions by weaving together words and images, layering symbolic meanings and creating magical, immersive spaces that invite viewers to step inside his world. The inclusive spirit of these works inspired the concept of the exhibition, which is designed to allow blind and visually impaired visitors to experience it on equal footing with others. Alongside Makowski’s paintings, the display features tactile graphics based on his works, objects from his studio, and Lidia Chmielewska’s reliefs used as tactile aids for learning perspective.
The exhibition runs until 25 November 2025.

In reference to Lidia Chmielewska’s love of music—she often played the piano in her studio—the opening will feature musical improvisations and Bach’s Concerto No. 1 in F Major in an arrangement for:
Maria Sławek – violin and Marcin Zdunik – cello.

26 September
5 pm – Discussion Panel: “Accessibility of Visual Arts for People with Special Needs.”

A conversation dedicated to new technological and educational tools that support the inclusion of people with visual impairments in visual culture, as well as exemplary practices from Polish and international cultural institutions.

Panelists:
Justyna Chojnacka (National Museum in Wrocław),
Adam Drozdowski (University of Łódź),
Grzegorz Mroczkowski (Maria Grzegorzewska University),
Damian Przybyła (Invisible Exhibition)
Moderator: Magdalena Furmanik-Kowalska

6:30 pm – Guided tour of the Chmielewski studio with a presentation on the artists

27 September

4 pm – Lecture: “A Brief History of Modern Relief” by Przemysław Głowacki (artdone.pl)

Przemysław Głowacki—art historian, museum educator, teacher, and ICOM member—has spent more than two decades popularizing art history and developing museum education. He has collaborated with numerous cultural institutions, including the National Museum in Warsaw, the Royal Łazienki Museum, and the Mazovian Institute of Culture. In 2007, he received the honorary distinction “For Merit to Polish Culture.” His great passion is visiting museums and exhibitions.

5:30 pm – Guided tour of the Chmielewski studio with a presentation on the artists

Honorary Patronage:
Mayor of Warsaw’s Praga-North District

Partners:
Culture Without Barriers Foundation, Museum of Praga
The project is co-financed by the City of Warsaw.