Maria Skłodowska-Curie Museum in Warsaw

The Maria Skłodowska-Curie Museum, located at 16 Freta Street in Warsaw, was established in the reconstructed Łyszkiewicz tenement house where the distinguished Nobel laureate was born in 1867. This biographical museum is dedicated to both the life and achievements of Maria Skłodowska-Curie, including her work in Paris. Although she lived here only briefly, the site has become a symbol of her childhood and early life. After World War II, in 1967, the museum was founded thanks to the initiative of the Polish Chemical Society and the support of the Skłodowska-Curie family. The exhibitions feature personal items belonging to the Nobel laureate, her father Władysław, and her husband Pierre Curie, arranged to recreate historical interiors, along with an extensive collection of photographs, medals, and documents. The museum is actively involved in cultural and educational activities to promote the legacy of Skłodowska-Curie—one of the most renowned Polish figures in the world. In July 2018, the Warsaw City Council passed a resolution to establish the Maria Skłodowska-Curie Museum as a joint cultural institution, highlighting the significance of her scientific and cultural contributions. The museum began operating as an independent institution on August 1, 2018, marking an important step in popularizing Skłodowska-Curie’s history and her impact on the world of science. Exhibits on display, such as the commemorative plaque and sections of the exhibitions, captivate not only science enthusiasts but also anyone interested in history and culture.