Monument to Agnieszka Osiecka in Opole

The monument to Agnieszka Osiecka in Opole is a unique outdoor sculpture, representing the first dedicated memorial to her in Poland. It was initiated by the rector of the University of Opole, Prof. Stanisław S. Nicieja, and created by Marian Molenda, a sculptor associated with the Faculty of Art at the University of Opole. The sculpture was unveiled on May 28, 2002, during the inauguration of the Festival of Polish Song in Opole at the city's amphitheater. Initially, it was planned for the figure to remain in the amphitheater during the festival and be displayed in front of Collegium Maius for the rest of the year. Ultimately, it was moved to the University Hill, where it forms part of an expanding collection of sculptures dedicated to prominent figures of Polish culture. The sculpture depicts Osiecka sitting on a chair with sheets of paper and a pen, reflecting her creative nature; opposite her, an empty chair is placed, symbolically inviting dialogue with the poet. The ensemble also includes other cultural icons, such as Jerzy Grotowski and Czesław Niemen. Local artists and art critics regard the figure of Agnieszka Osiecka as one of the finest sculptural works in Opole. Interestingly, in 2017, a statue of Wojciech Młynarski was erected nearby, emphasizing the cultural continuity of this area. The monument not only honors the memory of Osiecka but also contributes to a broader tradition of creating artistic spaces that connect the city's residents with its creative elite.