The Bielsko Gallery is one of the best public galleries of contemporary art in Poland, operating since 1960. It presents and promotes modern art through the exhibitions of works by Polish and foreign artists, theme exhibitions, film and performance festivals, international artist residencies, happenings in urban space and concerts. Since 1962, a nationwide competition for painters known as Painting Biennale “ Bielsko Autumn” has been organized as well as a competition for curators. It also conducts educational and publishing activities. It collects pieces of modern art.