Organized by the arts agency Artscape in partnership with the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR), the ART AS REFUGE exhibition is the first of its kind in Lithuania. It explores art as a means of navigating the complexities of life’s changes and features works by refugee artists currently living in Lithuania. The exhibition invites visitors to reflect on their own identities, engage with the multifaceted nature of belonging, and journey through the creations of ten talented artists.
The artworks were created by participants in the Artscape Mentorship Program 2024, an initiative designed to empower refugee artists by strengthening their creative authenticity and fostering collaboration between Lithuanian cultural organizations and creators who have sought refuge in Lithuania. This program is Lithuania’s first cultural and educational initiative aimed at encouraging creative activity among refugee artists and creators.
Program Partners: Vilnius City Municipality, Kazickas Family Foundation, Lithuanian Culture Council, and Goethe-Institut Vilnius.
