The institution continues the tradition of the “Fine Arts Union” with the central principles of encouraging the freedom of expression of professional artists and supporting without exception all its members. The exhibitions organized by the Union create a unique artistic environment, over 350 members being directly involved in the cultural and educational life of Iasi. The exhibitions of painting or contemporary art organized regularly in the Galleries „N. Tonitza ”and“ Th. Pallady ”from Istrati House urges the audience to meditate and interrogate. On the balcony of the building, two winged chimeras identify the building as a space of creation.