Museum of Applied Arts in Poznań

The Museum of Applied Arts in Poznań, a branch of the National Museum in Poznań, was opened in 1965 as the Museum of Artistic Crafts and changed its profile and name in 1991. The museum is located in the historic Royal Castle, built in 1249 as a residential tower for Prince Przemysł I. The castle is an example of medieval architecture, and its history is closely tied to the history of Poland. Today, the museum boasts a rich collection of 11,000 exhibits, including textiles, furniture, glass, and silver, displayed in chronological order from the Middle Ages to the present. After a long closure due to the reconstruction of the Royal Castle, the museum reopened on March 26, 2017, with some of the restored rooms dedicated to the exhibition of the collections. Interestingly, the observation tower was opened earlier, offering a panoramic view of Poznań. The museum is listed in the State Register of Museums, highlighting its importance in Polish cultural heritage.