We were thrilled to celebrate The Queen Marie 150 Season together with the Romanian community in Kent and our British friends from Ashford, near Her Majesty’s birthplace at Eastwell and in the town that proudly hosts the only statue of Queen Marie in the UK. The event, organised in partnership with Ashford Borough Council , honoured the life and legacy of Queen Marie, highlighting her remarkable contributions to history, diplomacy, and cultural heritage. From the warm welco

Ioana Corduneanu follow signs and clues left by The Queen and translate her messages for contemporary audiences. We were thrilled to host designer and heritage advocate Ioana Corduneanu , founder of the Sewn Signs (Semne Cusute) movement, for a deeply engaging exploration of Romania’s textile arts through the lens of Queen Marie’s legacy. The event was opened with a welcome address by RCI London director Aura Woodward . In a talk that blended personal testimony with collecti

Dr. Shona Kallestrup will discuss Marie of Romania’s flower paintings within the wider context of her unusual designs. A truly special evening at The King’s Foundation’s Garrison Chapel Gallery last week, where we hosted the second of three gallery talks around the exhibition “Marie of Romania, Artist Queen”. Delivered by exhibition curator and art historian Dr. Shona Kallestrup (University of St Andrews), the talk offered a captivating insight into Queen Marie’s multifacet

A vibrant celebration of European languages! Yesterday, we were delighted to celebrate the European Day of Languages at Smith Square Hall , alongside our colleagues from EUNIC London – a vibrant network of EU member state cultural institutes and embassies, as well as the EU Delegation to the UK / European Union in the UK and the European Parliament Liaison Office in the UK / European Parliament in the UK. Throughout the afternoon, visitors explored stalls hosted by embass

Romanian innovation in design, featuring acclaimed designer Andra Clițan and her newest collection, “Jasmine Is a Lie”! On Sunday, the Romanian Cultural Institute in London opened its doors for a special event celebrating Romanian creativity and sustainable innovation in textile design, as part of the inaugural London Textile Month. The focus of the afternoon was “Jasmine Is a Lie”, the striking new collection by designer Andra Clițan (founder of MA RA MI), crafted with na

Romanian art, design, and music while exploring the history of a fantastic building! Contemporary art and textile art exhibitions, a recital, a talk on craftsmanship and regenerative fashion, as well as exciting (hi)stories about our architectural gem @ 1 Belgrave Square from 18 to 21 September | 11am - 5pm

Marie of Romania, Artist Queen. A Floral Conversation The first in our series of talks accompanying the exhibition “ Marie of Romania, Artist Queen ”, currently on view at The King’s Foundation Garrison Chapel Gallery , took place last week in the presence of an enthusiastic audience. Our inaugural guest speaker was the esteemed botanist Dr. John Akeroyd , one of the most passionate connoisseurs and champions of Romania’s extraordinary biodiversity. In a captivating talk int

A Floral Conversation Last night, we had the immense joy of opening the Romanian Cultural Institute in London’s flagship project of the year: a stunning floral art exhibition marking 150 years since the birth of Queen Marie of Romania, celebrating her artistic talent and remarkable cultural legacy. Hosted in the elegant setting of the Garrison Chapel , The King Foundation’s gallery in Chelsea, the evening brought together a vibrant audience — members of the diplomatic corps,

Romanian Contemporary Art at Its Best 35 years since the establishment of the Faculty of Arts and Design at the West University of Timișoara, celebrated in London! We had the absolute joy of opening CHASING LIGHT at the Romanian Cultural Institute in London, alongside Dr. Diana Andreescu , Dean of the Faculty of Arts and Design at the West University in Timișoara (FAD UVT), and the two curators. The event was opened with a welcome address by RCI London director Aura Woodwa

Queen of Romania (1875-1938) EXHIBITION | TALK | THEATRE EDINBURGH 2-4 JULY, 2025 We were thrilled to launch our 👑 QueenMarie150 programme in Scotland. We proudly opened Her Royal Highness Princess Sophie of Romania ’s photography exhibition, “Of Stone and Steel: A Voyage into the World of Urbex”, at the French Institute. Distinguished photographic artist and great-granddaughter of Queen Marie, Princess Sophie, honoured us with her presence for a me

by Art Mirror Association at the London Design Biennale Experience Romanian cutting-edge design at this global event! The London Design Biennale took place from June 5 to 29, and the Cluj-Napoca-based NGO, Art Mirror, exhibited an innovative artistic installation this year, primarily made from CDs, aimed at bridging art, technology, and sustainable design, and promoting Romania through brand personalities. The installation made from recycled materials attracted all eyes and

on Permanent Display at RCI London celebrating the astonishing biodiversity of Romania in an event featuring artists, botanists and publishers Such a joy to have brought The Transylvania Florilegium, a breathtaking collection of rare Romanian flora, to 1 Belgrave Square! The 2-volume edition is now on permanent display in our gallery. ✨ Born from HM King Charles III's deep affection for Romania and developed over six years, this extraordinary work brought together some of the

A Celebration of Voice, Myth, and Memory Enescu's music only: myth meets melody, the past speaks in the voice of the eternal present! A night to remember at the Romanian Cultural Institute in London , as we paid tribute to Romania’s greatest composer, George Enescu, marking seventy years since his passing. Enescu 70 offered a rare and richly textured encounter with the visionary artist whose music seamlessly blended Romanian folk traditions with European modernism. In partne

A symposium and piano recital celebrating the legacy of Paul Celan, 105 years after his birth. The Romanian Cultural Institute in London dedicated an entire day of events to the multifaceted, exceptional, and tragic personality of Romanian-born, internationally acclaimed French poet of the German language, Paul Celan , and his profound influence on contemporary art. The series of events, which included a symposium, a roundtable discussion, a piano recital, and a private view

Discover Romanian art, the history of the building, and Romania's 'Camino' - Via Transilvanica. Wed 18 Sept | Romanian Cultural Institute The Romanian Cultural Institute in London participated for the 13th consecutive year in this Open House Festival , which aimed to present the architectural heritage of the British capital. And this year, we focused on Romania's unique biodiversity. Visitors had the chance to explore our beautiful building and meet our special guest, Alin Us