Leżajsk Bernardine Monastery Museum

The Museum of the Bernardine Fathers Province in Leżajsk is a cultural institution located within the historic premises of the Bernardine church and monastery. Its establishment was approved in 1960, and it opened to the public in 1971, with Father Kajetan Grudziński serving as its first director for 26 years. The museum houses valuable artifacts related to the activities of Bernardine temples that were located in territories lost after World War II, as well as items from other monasteries within the Province. Exhibits are displayed across fifteen monastery rooms, featuring a rich collection of religious paintings and sculptures, devotional objects, Sarmatian portraits, and illuminated manuscripts. The museum also boasts a library containing approximately 24,000 volumes, highlighting its cultural and educational heritage. The facility is open to visitors year-round, though prior arrangement with the collection custodians is required. The museum serves as a significant landmark in the region, blending architectural, cultural, and historical aspects while offering a unique insight into Bernardine and Sarmatian heritage.