Mission
The mission of the International Cultural Centre is to conduct dialogue and interdisciplinary studies on culture and heritage in Europe and the world.
Over the last 30 years, the ICC has developed a formula for its activity that combines research projects, addressed to experts and policymakers, with more popular endeavours that introduce the Polish audience to a fascinating world of 20th-century history, culture, and art, as well as contemporary intellectual reflection on heritology with a special focus on Central Europe.
About Us
The International Cultural Centre in Krakow is a national institution of culture specialising in the issues of culture and heritage of Central Europe. The idea for the Centre was first put forward by the government of Tadeusz Mazowiecki in 1991. It was founded by its long-term director, Professor Jacek Purchla. The institution he developed has from the very beginning concentrated in its research on issues of broadly understood cultural heritage in an active dialogue with Poland’s neighbours and the world.
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Plans and objectives
Upcoming Exhibitions, Research, and Publications.
Yearlies and Activities
ICC Annual Reports.
Cultural Networks
We are affiliated with networks such as AHICE, Europa Nostra, and RIHA.
ICC Foundation
The Foundation advances the ICC’s mission across research, education, exhibitions, and publishing.
What We Do
Heritage Education in Central Europe
We run educational programmes designed for specialists as well as the general public.
Research and Academic Activities
We conduct interdisciplinary research both in Poland and internationally.
Dissonant heritage of the Third Reich
We host temporary exhibitions, public talks, and workshops.
Discover Our Headquarters
Discover Our Headquarters
Our headquarters are located in a historic townhouse at Rynek Główny 25 in Kraków.
From its windows, one can admire views of the Renaissance Cloth Hall (Sukiennice) and the Gothic Town Hall Tower.
Over the centuries, the building has served various purposes — as an aristocratic palace, a bank branch, and even the local headquarters of the NSDAP. It also housed a publishing house, a dance school, and a bookshop. Since 1991, The Ravens House has been the home and hallmark of the International Cultural Centre.
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From its windows, one can admire views of the Renaissance Cloth Hall (Sukiennice) and the Gothic Town Hall Tower.
Over the centuries, the building has served various purposes — as an aristocratic palace, a bank branch, and even the local headquarters of the NSDAP. It also housed a publishing house, a dance school, and a bookshop. Since 1991, The Ravens House has been the home and hallmark of the International Cultural Centre.
Venue Hire – Conference Rooms
Situated in the historic centre of Kraków, our conference and seminar rooms are renowned for their elegant design and modern facilities.
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Press Office
Contact
754 913 821 Pressroom
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