MO Museum — Attraction in Vilnius

I am not a big fan of sophisticated art forms and all those hidden meanings that the paintings can have. BUT MO changed this. MO is different as they try to explain and introduce art in various forms to wider part of public, not only to the art majors.

I have been there already two times and it seems that you find something new each time you visit the gallery. Furthermore, when you look at the same painting or pictures you see more details or connect extra dots what you see in painting and the context that is explained to you.

First time I was using audio guide. Another time we went with guide that was volunteering. Both times were great and quite different. Audio guide is for people who like all the facts and many details to better understand the context of the painting. In audio guide you will be described both historical and personal background of the painting. Regarding the volunteer guide they know all the nitty gritty things and sometimes provide more perspectives to look into the paintings. Though, I do not actually know whether guiding sessions are happening in English.

I would definitely recommend MO as the go to place in Vilnius both for art junkies. But I would recommend it even more to those who are not so frequent visitors of art galleries.

P.S. I went to the exhibition that was called: "All art...

This museum is heavily advertised, but in my opinion, it is quite overrated. Contemporary art can be diverse, but the exhibits here often push the boundaries of common sense. Walking through the galleries, I found myself questioning the artistic intent behind some of the pieces. Some exhibits felt quite unsettling, to the point where I wouldn’t feel comfortable bringing children here. For instance, one artwork depicted an explicit scene featuring well-known cartoon characters, with a title suggesting it was inspired by dreams. It left me wondering what message the artist was trying to convey. For the €11 entrance fee, I expected a more balanced experience. While there were a few interesting exhibits, the overall impression was disappointing. The museum presents itself as a mainstream attraction, but in reality, the art style feels quite niche and might not appeal to a broad audience. Fully understanding the artist's intent requires a lot of reading and watching explanatory videos, which made the visit feel more like an academic exercise than an engaging experience. If you're a fan of avant-garde and provocative contemporary art, this place might be for you. However, if you’re expecting a more accessible and diverse selection, you may want...

MO Museum is one of the most popular points of interest in Vilnius. There are crowds of people all the time. It is a contemporary art museum where you can find masterpieces and performances by not only Lithuanian artists but also very world-famous names. MO Museum boasts of having an Andy Warhol collection and even Campbell's Soup Cans! The gallery is located close to the bus stop "MO Museum", not far from the central part of the capital city. It takes a 10-minute walk to Vilnius Old Town from there. You need around one hour to explore the exhibitions, which combine all forms of contemporary art from paintings and applied art to installations, videos, photos and performances. Performances and exhibitions are best suited for adults, however, there's a small kids area where children can feel themselves freely, as painters or creators. I also was pleasantly surprised with the building of the museum. It has its own amazing inside and outside. There is a café, a play area, a reading room, and a souvenir shop. So MO Museum more looks like a creative space than an ordinary gallery. If you love contemporary or conceptual art, you should visit it. My...