The open-air exhibition on Giedraičiai Street shares stories of the neighbourhood gathered during a summer workshop organised by the Vilnius Museum and the Wooden Architecture Center. Swords, whistles, decks of cards, tiles, clay decorations, old house number plates, family photographs of Šnipiškės gardens, and many other items were presented together with their stories and meanings.
The exhibition design was developed in collaboration with local artist Staselė. Her visuals guided the concept: simple plywood boards, chosen in reference to the wooden architecture of the neighbourhood. The panels are double-sided, with the reverse side emphasising that the exhibition is meant not only for passersby but also for the residents who lent their fences for the display. UV printing was selected to help reduce the sustainability footprint.
Finally, the exhibition was designed to remain in the neighbourhood after the event. The panels will be transformed into stools inspired by details of wooden houses and used in the Wooden Architecture Center.
The exhibition is organised by the Vilnius Museum and the Wooden Architecture Center.
Exhibition design by Ieva Šimkonytė, graphic design by Goda Kairiūkštytė, iliustrations by Staselė Jakunskaitė, installation by Optimum Solution.
Photographer: Gintarė Grigėnaitė