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NEWS

  • New opening of IFF

    At the end of the year, we closed IFF’s current location. In spring 2026, we look forward to welcoming you to our new space, also within Fort Mokotów. In the meantime, we are busy preparing the gallery and reading room programme. We hope to see you soon!

  • Reading room – renovation

    The reading room will remain closed until spring 2026. If you need access to any book in the meantime, please contact us at biuro@fiff.org.pl. The online catalogue is available at all times here.

  • IFF receives funding through KPO

    We are pleased to announce that we have received funding under the National Recovery and Resilience Plan (KPO), financed by the European Union through the Recovery and Resilience Facility – NextGenerationEU, for the implementation of the project: “Digital Photography Center Fort: Digital Transformation of the Resources and Offer of the Fort Institute of Photography”.

ONLINE ARCHIVE

READING ROOM

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Over 2,500 photography publications are available for viewing at IFF. It is the only place of its kind in Poland – open to anyone with an interest in photography and offering free access to a vast selection of albums, photobooks, and theoretical works. Until spring 2026, the collection is available by appointment.

See our catalogue online

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SUPPORT IFF

Join us in shaping exhibitions and events, promoting and archiving photography. Your support helps us bring our programme to a wide audience and inspire the next generation of artists.

RESTAURANT

Fort Mokotów offers welcoming spaces for you to enjoy, both before and after your time at IFF.

Gardens by Fort is a year-round restaurant serving excellent cuisine. The menu features seasonal dishes – perfect for late brunches or evening gatherings over a glass of wine.
Gardens by Fort

Schodki is an outdoor restaurant tucked away in the greenery of Fort Mokotów. Open from May to October, it’s the perfect spot to relax and escape the bustle of the city.
Schodki

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