Regional Museum in Barlinek

The Regional Museum in Barlinek, located in the "Gutenberg House," a building that once housed a printing house from the mid-19th century, is a municipal organizational unit operating within the structures of the Barlinek Cultural Center. It was established on the initiative of Czesław Paśnik, a regionalist and history enthusiast, who in 1961 created a Memorial Room based on his private collection. Over time, this evolved into the Regional Museum. The museum offers a range of fascinating permanent exhibitions, including a biographical one dedicated to Emanuel Lasker, a chess master, and his family. Archaeological exhibits showcase tools and vessels from the Neolithic to the Iron Age, highlighting the region's rich history. The historical exhibition focuses on the history of Barlinek, particularly in the 19th and 20th centuries, featuring maps, postcards, dioramas, and memorabilia from the "Waldschenke" restaurant. The ethnographic display provides insight into rural daily life at the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries, showcasing everyday objects and agricultural tools. An interesting fact is that part of the collection is housed in a branch of the museum in Dziedzice, which is dedicated to military history, education, and village life. The museum is open year-round, except on Mondays, making it accessible to tourists and residents eager to explore the history and culture of the region.