The 9th Night of Artifacts Festival will take place in Budapest from 22–24 May, offering the public an exclusive look into the hidden world of art, science, and creative craftsmanship across more than 70 locations with over 100 programmes.
Organized by mutargy.com, the event provides access to venues typically closed to the public, including museum restoration workshops and private art studios. Visitors can take part in thematic tours, meet well-known artists, scientists, and gallerists, and explore how the worlds of art and science intersect.
‘The event provides access to venues typically closed to the public’
This year’s theme—Art and Science—will be brought to life through programmes such as a scientific exploration of Victor Vasarely’s work by inventor Dániel Erdély, a former student of Rubik Ernő. Other featured guests include Gábor Domokos, the co-inventor of the Gömböc, musician Iván Vitáris of Ivan & The Parazol, and art collector Viktor Molnár.
The Fine Arts Museum’s graphic restoration lab, the Hungarian National Museum’s Restoration and Storage Centre, and the Hopp Ferenc Asian Art Museum will all open their doors. Attendees can witness how experts detect forgeries using advanced tools and techniques.
Guided tours will be led by prominent figures such as photojournalist Péter Korniss and artists including Emese Benczúr, József Baksai, Nóra Soós, and Melinda Soltész. Visitors can also step inside the studios of József Bullás, Zsombor Barakonyi, Boglárka Nagy, Marcell Németh, and Márton Romvári, as well as the late János Fajó’s studio-home.
The festival also includes hands-on workshops, where participants can create Herend porcelain roses, try watercolour painting, jewellery making, or even design their own VR art exhibition.
For children and families, there will be interactive ARTkoffer sessions and various creative workshops. The programme also features guided walks focused on contemporary art and architecture, including an e-scooter art tour.
The event promises a unique opportunity to delve into Hungary’s vibrant art scene and engage with the fusion of creativity and scientific inquiry.
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