Press conference at the ICC: modernization of the Ravens House and a new cultural space

The International Cultural Centre in Krakow cordially invites you to a press conference on the launch of the project “Modernization and adaptation of the ground floor of the Ravens House and renovation of the technical infrastructure of the ICC headquarters in Krakow”. We will talk about how the space of our institution will change and what projects we will implement to make the ICC an even more interesting and open place for our visitors.

December 10, 2025, 11.00–12.00

The project, co-financed by the European Union under the FEnIKS program – European Funds for Infrastructure, Climate, Environment 2021–2027, aims to modernize the historic headquarters of the ICC at 25 Main Square. Thanks to this, our institution will become a modern, inclusive space for culture – with a bookstore, café, educational room, and a new level of accessibility.

During the event, we will present the details of the investment, the schedule of works, the planned effects, as well as activities that will increase the accessibility and quality of the cultural offer at our institution. We will also present the ICC's plans for 2026. After the conference, we invite you to refreshments and individual conversations with representatives of the ICC.

How will the ICC change thanks to the FEnIKS program?

The renovation of the ICC headquarters, including the Ravens Hall, will make our institution even more friendly, modern, and accessible to a wide range of audiences. FEnIKS will not only allow for the renovation of the Ravens Hall conference room, foyer, and elevator lobby. The reconstruction of the ground floor of the building will provide us with new spaces for cultural activities—organizing workshops, meetings, classes, and film screenings. The ICC will be enriched with a bookstore, café, and new educational rooms.

FEnIKS will also enable the renovation of the gallery rooms, including the modernization of the heating, electrical, ventilation, lighting, and sound systems. This will improve the conditions in which our exhibitions are presented and allow for their modern arrangement. The modernized ventilation and lighting system will be suitable for works of art and will replace outdated solutions. Plans include replacing the lighting with denser lighting, installing modern lamps and AV systems, as well as a ticket reservation system.

Downloadable materials for media representatives and anyone interested in the Ravens House renovation project – FEnIKS

Accessibility of the press conference at the ICC:

• The event will take place in the Ravens Hall, on the ground floor of the building.
• The venue is free of architectural barriers.
• The conference will be interpreted into Polish Sign Language (PJM).
• Live Polish subtitles will be available during the conference.
• There is a toilet for people with disabilities on the ground floor.
• The Ravens Hall is equipped with a surface induction loop. To use it, switch your hearing aid to the “T” induction program.
• There is a guest service desk on the ground floor, which has an induction loop. You can also use the online Polish Sign Language interpreter service.
• The building is equipped with the TOTUPOINT system, which assists visually impaired visitors in finding their way around. List of markers with descriptions of the MCK space.
• Upon request, we can provide an assistant from the nearest public transport stop. To use this service, you must submit your request by Monday, December 8. You can do this by phone or SMS at 784 032 228 (Daniel Krawczyk, accessibility coordinator) or by sending an email to: dostepnosc@mck.krakow.pl .
• Access: nearest tram stops: Teatr Bagatela, Plac Wszystkich Świętych, Filharmonia; nearest bus stop: Teatr Bagatela.
• A menu for people with special dietary needs will be available during the event.

If you have any other needs (including dietary requirements) related to the event, please report them by December 8 to the accessibility coordinator: Daniel Krawczyk, tel./SMS: 784 032 228, e-mail: dostepnosc@mck.krakow.pl or via an online sign language interpreter.