Historical Museum in Wrocław

The Historical Museum in Wrocław, located in the historic Royal Palace (formerly the Spaetgen Palace) at 35 Kazimierza Wielkiego Street, boasts a rich history dating back to 1719, when Baron Heinrich Gottfried Spaetgen acquired the residence. The building, designed in the Viennese Baroque style, is attributed to architects Johann Bernhard Fischer von Erlach and Johann Lucas von Hildebrandt. The palace features a Baroque garden open to visitors. Established in 1948 as one of the branches of the Wrocław City Museum, it underwent several structural changes before being relocated to its current premises in 2000. In 2008, a seven-year renovation was completed, equipping the museum with modern amenities such as elevators and an audiovisual system, significantly enhancing the visitor experience. The museum’s permanent exhibition, "1000 Years of Wrocław," showcases over 3,000 artifacts related to the city’s history, including valuable documents, tools, paintings, and sculptures. A highlight of the exhibition is the Baroque Beyerdorf Room, renowned for its collection of ceramic tiles. The museum also hosts numerous temporary exhibitions, such as "Małgorzata Chodakowska. Awakening" and "The Brueghel Family. Masterpieces of Flemish Painting." This institution not only illustrates the history of Wrocław but also presents both contemporary and historical art, reflecting the dynamic cultural development of the region.