Exhibitions, guided tours, workshops, and lectures on post-World War II urban planning in Trenčín and Nová Dubnica – these are the Trenčín 2024 Architecture Days. Choose from a variety of events from September 26 to October 5. Entry to all events is free.
In collaboration with civic associations Projekt Hlava 5 and archiTN, Trenčín 2026 has prepared an exhibition dedicated to the radical reconstruction of Trenčín’s historic city center. You can experience the transformation of Hviezdoslav Street and its accompanying activities at the Garrison Club (Army Circuit House) in Trenčín.
The Miloš Alexander Bazovský Gallery in Trenčín has curated an exhibition about the urban planning and architecture of Nová Dubnica, which was intended to function as an ideal model city filled with artistic elements and greenery. Architecture enthusiasts will have the chance to explore Nová Dubnica live with curator Alexandra Mutala (September 28). If you miss it, a video tour with commentary will be available at the Trenčín gallery (October 1).
Architecture Days Trenčín 2024 are part of the European Capital of Culture project and are included in the 14th edition of the Den Architektury international festival under the theme “Process of Transformation,” organized by the Czech association KRUH in cooperation with many Czech and Slovak initiatives.
Foto: Hviezdoslavova ulica, archív OZ archiTN
Trenčín Architecture Days program
Opening of the Nová Dubnica alias Vorošilovo Exhibition
September 26, 2024, 17:00 – 18:00, Miloš Alexander Bazovský Gallery, TrenčínNová Dubnica was designed by prominent Czech architect and national artist Jiří Kroha, with construction taking place from 1951 to 1956. At the time, it was envisioned as a model ideal city. The exhibition runs until October 5, 2024.
Opening of the Hviezdoslav Street Transformation Exhibition
September 27, 2024, 18:00 – 19:00, Garrison Club (ODA), TrenčínThrough period plans, photographs, and 3D models, this exhibition offers visitors a look at the transformations of Hviezdoslav Street from the 1970s to its current state. The exhibition runs until October 4, 2024.
Guided Tour of Nová Dubnica
September 28, 2024, 14:00 – 16:00, Sady Cyrila a Metoda, Nová DubnicaCurator Alexandra Mutala will present the concept of the “ideal city,” the context of its creation, and showcase interesting perspectives and locations. A dance and music performance reflecting the atmosphere of socialist realism architecture will conclude the tour.
Film Documentaries on Architect Jiří Kroha
September 28, 2024, 19:00 – 20:30, Kino Panorex, Nová DubnicaA screening of film documentaries about architect and national artist Jiří Kroha, accompanied by a short lecture marking the 50th anniversary of his death.
The Public Space of Hviezdoslavova Street
September 28, 2024, 17:00 – 20:00, Garrison Club (ODA), TrenčínThree expert presentations will kick off with architecture theorist Monika Bočková, focusing on the architecture of Hviezdoslav Street in the second half of the 20th century (17:00). The architectural studio Between will present the ongoing revitalization of the street (17:30), followed by an introduction to the Public Space Manual for Trenčín (18:00).
Transformations: Expectations vs. Reality
September 29, 2024, 15:00 – 17:00, Meeting in front of PriorA guided tour of Trenčín showcasing buildings and locations where transformations fell short of expectations, led by Martin Jurikovič from OZ archiTN. Limited capacity, so register in advance. The registration form is available here.
Workshop: Novodubnické Mozaiky
October 1, 2024, 9:30, Miloš Alexander Bazovský Gallery, TrenčínA workshop for adults inspired by the mosaics in Nová Dubnica, led by Lucia M. Tóthová.
Nová Dubnica in Trenčín
October 1, 2024, 17:00, Miloš Alexander Bazovský Gallery, Trenčín A video-guided tour of Nová Dubnica for Trenčín residents, with commentary from curators.
Workshop: Upcycled Notebook Making
October 4, 2024, 18:00, Garrison Club (ODA), TrenčínCreate upcycled notebooks from materials used in the Hviezdoslav Street Transformations exhibition. Entry is free, but space is limited, so be sure to register in advance. The registration form is available here.
Architecture enthusiasts will also have a chance to explore the urban planning and architecture of Nová Dubnica, initially designed as an ideal model city, through a live tour with curator Alexandra Mutala (September 28). If you miss it, a video tour with commentary will be available at the gallery in Trenčín (October 1).
Lívia Gažová, Trenčín 2026
