PLATO Ostrava
PLATO Ostrava is a dynamic city gallery of contemporary art, offering diverse exhibitions, engaging workshops for all ages, and cultural events, with a unique voluntary admission system.

📜 A vibrant city gallery of contemporary art in Ostrava, offering diverse exhibitions and engaging programs.
🎨 Explore a dynamic cultural hub with workshops, lectures, and a unique voluntary admission system.

Why Go

🖼️ Discover a wide range of contemporary art exhibitions, including ongoing and new series.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Participate in engaging workshops and educational programs for all ages, from toddlers to adults.
🎶 Enjoy regular cultural events, lectures, and special seasonal gatherings.
📚 Access a newly reopened library, a café, and a unique 'garden of presence' on-site.
💡 Experience a welcoming, barrier-free environment friendly to families, children, and leashed dogs.

⏰ Hours

Open Tuesday to Sunday, with extended hours on Wednesdays.
Closed on Mondays, and annually on December 24th, December 25th, and January 1st.
Check the official website for special closures due to exhibition installations.

💰 Cost

Admission is based on a voluntary "sympathy" model, allowing visitors to choose from three tiers: 1 CZK ("Fan"), 30 CZK ("Supporter"), or 100 CZK ("Love").
Tickets are valid for both PLATO buildings on the day of purchase.
Some workshops may have additional fees (e.g., 50 CZK for kids/teen clubs, 100 CZK for family workshops).

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Programs & Events

PLATO offers a rich program including:

  • Workshops for Kids (6-11 years): "Hi Kids On Wednesday/Thursday" with artistic experiments.
  • Artclub (14-18 years): Monthly meetups for art, creativity, and experimentation.
  • Family Workshops: "In motion" (5-10 years, dance/movement), "batoPLATO" (4-6 years, experiential art), "Magical Herbarium" (nature-inspired art), "Dancing potato salad and talking schnitzel" (fabric puppet making).
  • Children's Club in Ukrainian (7-12 years): Weekly art workshops.
  • Adult Workshops: "Pop in & Create" for manual techniques.
  • Guided Tours: Deeper insights into current exhibitions.
  • Lectures: Connecting art with societal issues.
  • Special Events: Garden planting, Christmas gatherings, and art competitions.
    Many programs require advance reservation.

♿ Accessibility

The building features barrier-free entrance and is friendly to all communities, children, and dogs (on leash, depending on current exhibitions). Stroller access is available.

🚌 Getting There

Easily accessible by public transport:

  • Tram: Stodolní stop
  • Bus: Konzervatoř stop

🅿️ Parking

A parking lot is available on-site, with free parking on weekends.

Tags
art gallerycontemporary artexhibitionscultural centerworkshopsfamily-friendlyevents