The D.I.V.O. Institute is a
living museum where
art is displayed, created and discussed.
As a non-profit-making organization,
it is financed by donations and grants.
In a local context, the Institute will
strive to overcome the boredom and
disorientation that prevails in European
contemporary art and provincial towns by
providing a vibrant and exciting alternative.
The "inhabited sculpture" is an excellent
solution for this difficult mission. Not only
will it facilitate a melting pot for a variety
of creative fields (Visual Art, Theatre, Film
and Music) but also will lead to the creation
of a colorful, living art-work which addresses
people who would otherwise have no easy
access to contemporary art. It will form a
framework for regular artistic events,
readings, concerts, performances and
discussions and help to create a strong
local and international network.
The program of cultural events that the
Institute provides for the people of Kolin
will bring international contemporary art to
the Prague periphery, helping to stimulate
both international tourism and European
dialogue. Invited artists will be offered
a testing ground for artistic experiment
within the small town of Kolin and will
have a forum for international exchange
with other visiting artists.