Donate Art Publications to Mystetska Biblioteka

Mystetska Biblioteka is a new cultural institution in Lviv (estimated opening in September 2023), dedicated to the analysis, collection, presentation, and recognition of publications on art, art books, photo books, self-published books, zines, and limited edition artworks. The curated program of the library is developed by the team of the Ukrainian Press istpublishing.

Their mission is to support and develop the book ecosystem in Ukraine and worldwide. They strive to increase the importance of the book industry, provide a platform for publishers, illustrators, and artists, and foster communication and exchange within the book industry both locally and internationally.

NICC wants to support Mystetska Biblioteka by spreading its invitation to artists, publishers, and art enthusiasts to contribute to its expanding collection, and by facilitating a drop-off point before the publications are brought to Lviv.

All donations of art books, photo books, self-published books, zines, and limited edition artworks that enrich the collection and contribute to the cultural diversity of Mystetska Biblioteka, are more than welcome!

Submission Guidelines:

• The preferred language for donated publications is English (exceptions can be made when the object consists largely of images).
• As stated above: the Mystetska Biblioteka welcomes a wide variety of art publications; publications on art, art books, photo books, self-published books, zines, and limited edition artworks.
• You can drop off your donations at the following locations during the following times:

==> NICC Vitrine in Brussels (Lambert Crickxstraat 1, Anderlecht): 18/07/2023, 12:00-19:00

==> NICC Vitrine in Brussels (Lambert Crickxstraat 1, Anderlecht): 26/07/2023, 12:00-19:00

==> Kunstenbibliotheek in Ghent (Godshuizenlaan 2A): 16-30/08/2023 according to the opening hours of the library

==> Frans Masereel Centrum in Kasterlee (Masereeldijk 5): 25-27/08/2023, 13:00-17:00

• For questions about the dropping off of donations: contact kim@nicc.be
• Donations will become a permanent part of the Mystetska Biblioteka collection and will be made accessible to the public.

By participating in this open call, you will contribute to the growth of the art book ecosystem and help establish long-term relationships within the book industry in Ukraine and abroad. 

NICC is happy to be able to support this initiative and we look forward to your valuable contributions and thank you for supporting this mission!