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On Thursday, April 16, 2026, the Ethnographic Museum of Transylvania in Cluj-Napoca hosted the General Assembly of the Cluj Cultural Center (CCC) members. The meeting brought together representatives from the cultural, academic, and administrative sectors to mark a symbolic milestone: the organization’s 10th anniversary. The event was opened by Tudor Sălăgean, Manager of the Ethnographic […]

Art Encounters Foundation (Timișoara) and Cluj Cultural Centre (Cluj-Napoca) are launching the open call for the Unschool of Curating, taking place in Timișoara and Cluj, Romania between 19 – 26 June, 2026. The programme — developed collaboratively by the two organizations — aims to strengthen curatorial networks in Romania and internationally. The Unschool of Curating focuses on informal methodologies, alternative pedagogies,

On April 9, Contemporar invites you to a guided tour of the exhibition featuring works selected in the BT Contemporary Art Programme, led by Sergiu Man, PhD researcher and curator at Babeș-Bolyai University. The exhibition brings together 15 works by local artists and explores the relationship between image, memory and personal experience. Beyond differences in

The recent Open Projects Day brought together member organizations from the Cluj Cultural Centre (CCC) community, as well as cultural operators interested in forging new partnerships. The event served as a platform to showcase ongoing initiatives and explore ways for organizations to get involved in the network’s projects. Participants reviewed the recurring opportunities provided by

Yesterday in Brussels, we attended the Culture Deal conference, where discussions centered on the EU budget, European strategic priorities, and the role of the Culture Compass for Europe in strengthening democracy and European identity. The event, organized by Culture Action Europe, brought together cultural sector professionals, civil society representatives, Members of the European Parliament, and

The Cluj Cultural Centre (CCC) has officially been granted UNESCO observer status, a role held by only a select number of civil society organizations worldwide. This status allows the CCC to participate in the Conferences of Parties and intergovernmental committees of UNESCO Conventions, contributing field-based expertise and grassroots perspectives to the discussions held by UNESCO

Starting this year, the Cluj Cultural Centre (CCC) has become the host organization for the EUROPE DIRECT Cluj information center for the 2026–2030 mandate. This partnership reinforces the CCC’s role as a vital platform for civic and cultural dialogue at both the local and European levels. In its capacity as host, the CCC provides the

This spring, the Cluj Cultural Centre (CCC) is hosting a new edition of Open Projects Day. The event is designed for cultural sector professionals and anyone interested in the organization’s work, providing a platform to showcase upcoming initiatives and collaboration opportunities for the year ahead. Open Projects Day will take place on March 26, starting

The “Cluj for Youth: Reality Check” event brought together representatives from eight organizations, local youth, and public institution officials to evaluate the progress of youth involvement—moving from the initial consultation phase to direct participation in local decision-making. The gathering fostered a practical dialogue on current mechanisms and the barriers preventing an effective model of collaborative

The pilot edition of the Cultura Face Bine Fund has announced its winners.. Following a thorough evaluation of the 64 applications received, the Cultura Face Bine board has selected the projects that will receive micro-grants of €2,000 each. These grants are designed to ensure the continuity of essential “grassroots” cultural initiatives throughout Romania. Organizations and