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Jonas Mekas Visual Arts Center

About

The Jonas Mekas Visual Arts Center in Vilnius is a vibrant hub for avant-garde art, founded in 2007 by the legendary Lithuanian-American filmmaker Jonas Mekas. Located in the heart of the city, the center was envisioned as more than a museum—it is a living space for contemporary creativity, showcasing experimental film, video art, and mixed media. It houses one of the world’s largest Fluxus collections, featuring over 2,600 works by artists such as Yoko Ono, Nam June Paik, and Jurgis Mačiūnas. The center celebrates the legacy of Lithuanian emigrants who shaped global art movements while fostering new voices in visual culture. Through exhibitions, archives, and public programs, it positions Vilnius as a key site for Fluxus and avant-garde discourse in the 21st century. The center continues to honor Mekas’s vision: a place where past and present collide, and where radical art remains a vital force for cultural transformation.

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Jonas Mekas Visual Arts Center
Location

The Jonas Mekas Visual Arts Center is located at Malūnų g. 8, Vilnius, within the artistic and vibrant district of Užupis. This avant-garde institution celebrates experimental art and the Fluxus movement, presenting exhibitions, film screenings, installations, and performances. Its setting in Užupis, a neighbourhood famed for creativity and bohemian spirit, means visitors are surrounded by galleries, artisan workshops, cozy cafes, and unique street art. The Užupis Art Incubator, hip bars, and the peaceful Vilnelė riverbank are all within walking distance. At the same time, Vilnius Old Town with its historic buildings, boutiques, and key landmarks—like the Bernardine Garden and the dramatic Gothic Church of St. Anne—lies just across the river, making the Center an ideal gateway for exploring both the artistic pulse and the rich architectural heritage of the city.

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