Nowodworze

Nowodworze is a village in Poland, located in the Lesser Poland Voivodeship, in the Tarnów County. Its earliest mention dates back to 1392, when it was known as Przewrocze. The village was originally owned by the Gryfit family, and after being taken over by the Tarnowski family, it was renamed Nowy Dwór, as confirmed by a document from 1448. Nowodworze includes integral parts such as Borki, Kliny, Mokrzyska, and many others. Transportation is provided by two bus lines and the Tarnów–Leluchów railway line. The area is characterized by the hilly landscape of St. Martin’s Hill, which contributes to a specific microclimate with a longer growing season. Settlement in the area dates back to 4500 BCE, with remains of the Przeworsk culture found in nearby Radlna. In the 17th century, Nowodworze was incorporated into the Tarnowski County. During the 18th century, the village featured a fir manor house, a chapel, and a farmstead. After the partitions of Poland, during World War I, the village served as a station for Russian troops. In the interwar period, the village experienced a blockade of food supplies, and during World War II, its inhabitants endured forced labor and famine. Nowodworze is also home to social institutions such as a Social Welfare Home, opened in 2003, and a Community Self-Help Center, operating since 2004, both providing support for people with mental health disorders. In 2010, a Community Center was opened, serving as a cultural hub and funded with EU support. Nowodworze has also become a place for sports activities, with achievements including swimmer Weronika Głąb and speedway rider Janusz Kołodziej, who built a motocross track. In 2014, a historic shooting range was restored in the local park. The village is distinguished by its rich history and dynamic development of cultural and social institutions, making it an important part of the local community.