Andy Warhol Museum of Modern Art
About This Museum
Tucked away in the sleepy town of Medzilaborce, this is perhaps the most unexpected treasure in Slovakia: the world's first museum dedicated entirely to Andy Warhol. It’s a testament to his deep Ruthenian roots, as his parents actually emigrated from a village just a few kilometers away. Stepping inside feels like uncovering a secret, a brilliant splash of pop art genius hidden in the Slovak countryside. It’s a deeply personal and surprisingly intimate look at the man behind the iconic Campbell's Soup Cans.
Collection Highlights
You'll find over 160 original Warhol works, including vibrant silkscreen portraits of Marilyn Monroe and Chairman Mao. The real gems, though, are the family photographs and personal letters that connect his global fame directly back to this specific corner of Eastern Europe. They even have some of his early, pre-pop commercial illustrations.
Visitor Information
Just a heads-up, it's always wise to check their website before you make the trip as they sometimes adjust their hours or have temporary closures. When open, it's a wonderfully manageable size—you can have a profound experience without it taking over your whole day.
Architecture & Building
The building itself is a striking, modern structure of clean white geometric forms, a bold and fittingly contemporary vessel for its revolutionary contents.
Contact & Location
Address: Múzeum moderného umenia A. Warhola Medzilaborce, 748/36, Andy Warhola, Medzilaborce, okres Medzilaborce, Prešovský kraj, 068 01, Slovensko
Phone: +421 57748 00 72
Website: Visit Website
