ISBN books+gallery
Founded by Beata Istvanko in 2017, ISBN books+gallery is a hybrid space in Budapest that merges a contemporary art gallery with a curated bookstore. Located on Víg Street, it specializes in Hungarian and international art publications, including zines, photobooks, and theoretical texts. The gallery operates as a project space, hosting rotating exhibitions, artist talks, and book launches that spotlight emerging and established voices in visual culture. With a mission to foster dialogue between artists, publishers, and the public, ISBN serves as a vital hub for independent art publishing in Hungary. Its interior, designed with sustainability in mind, features handmade furniture crafted from recycled materials. The bookstore prioritizes tactile engagement, encouraging visitors to explore its unique selection in person. Open Tuesday to Friday from 12:00 to 18:00 and Saturday from 14:00 to 18:00, ISBN books+gallery offers a welcoming environment for discovering contemporary art and literature in an intimate setting.
Budapest HungaryISBN books+gallery is located at Baross utca 42, 1085 Budapest, in the vibrant 8th district, a neighborhood known for its creative energy and diverse urban culture. This independent space seamlessly blends a contemporary art bookstore and a nonprofit project gallery, offering visitors new and second-hand art publications, exhibition catalogs, zines, photobooks, and theoretical works in both Hungarian and international languages. The bookstore’s curated selection features unique, visually rich publications not commonly found elsewhere, making it a key hub for book lovers, artists, and collectors seeking inspiration or a special edition to add to their collection. The gallery is situated near several cultural landmarks, including the Hungarian National Museum, the Metropolitan Ervin Szabó Library, and alternative spaces like Auróra and Gólya, all within easy walking distance. The surrounding streets of the Palace District house an array of trendy cafés, galleries, record shops, and historic architecture. This area is also home to community-focused cultural venues and creative hangouts such as Turbina. Whether seeking to browse art books, attend an exhibition, or experience the evolving art scene of Budapest’s inner city, ISBN books+gallery offers a welcoming and inspiring atmosphere for visitors to immerse themselves in contemporary art culture.
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