This splendid palace with its characteristic semi-circular form was originally conceived as the King’s primary residence.  With time, however, it began to take on a more official and representative function. Matters of state were discussed in its elegant interiors, and over the centuries the apartments were used to accommodate tsarist generals, members of the Polish government, as well as...

A 2-storey building, rebuilt on a framework of high buttresses made of hewn stone in 1980, since 1984 housing the exhibition of the Gallery of Contemporary Polish Art, used for temporary exhibitions.

For over 10 years, Tychy City Museum has been dedicated to informing visitors about the history of the city and Pszczyna area. In addition to a varied and exciting programme of temporary exhibitions, educational activities, seminars and lectures, the Museum also holds walking and riding tours of the city and it’s surrounds, providing a unique opportunity to discover local history in its...

Wok's Tower – remnant of XIII century castle is the oldest landmark of Prudnik and one of the oldest of this type of objects in Poland. The decision about building the stronghold made in 1255yr. Wok from Rosenberg, after whom antique building got its name. In the past this cylindrical construction was last defense line in time the castle had been in danger, thick walls and entrance to the...

Archeology of Photography Foundation (FAF) studies, works on, prepares and preserves archives of Polish photographers. It was founded in 2008 and today takes care of archives of 10 artists. Working with archives is complex: they are organized, digitalized and made accessible on-line. We also run a gallery, conduct research projects, organize exhibitions, workshops and lectures. We publish...

Nicolaus Copernicus was undoubtedly born in Toruń and, therefore, it is here that two historical tenement houses, which used to belong to Copernicus’ family, house a museum with its exhibitions presenting the great astronomer and his achievements. Owing to major renovation in the years 2017–2018,  the Nicolaus Copernicus’ House gained an unsurpassed new glitter. Today it is a place...

The European Bison Show Farm in the Historic Park of Pszczyna has not only the essential facilities for bison breeding, such as feeding racks and fodder stores (two-in-one structures), sheds and garages, but also buildings for tourists, including the main building that serves as an educational and exhibition venue. In addition to displays of the flora and fauna of Poland, the building houses a...

Bunkier Sztuki is one of the most important Polish cultural institutions presenting contemporary art. It originally functioned within the network of Art Exhibition Offices (the BWA) but in 1994 was given the status of city gallery. Mission of the institution is home to exhibitions, presentations of works from the Collection and artistic, educational, promotional and publishing activity....

Built at the end of the 14th century, the castle in Sztum was the seat of the mayor, a local Teutonic official. Compared to other Vogt castles, this was a rather unusual layout, mainly due to the size of the courtyard and the lack of an outer bailey. Another distinguishing feature was the location of the house of the great masters - the residence of the head of the Teutonic state. In the...

The Museum of the History of Toruń is located in a 14th-century building commonly referred to as the Eskens’ House. A visit to this place offers an opportunity to travel in time and take a walk through the ages. The climatic interiors of the historic granary serve as a background for a fascinating exhibition Toruń and its History which uses modern and interactive methods to present both the...