Stefan Żeromski's School Years Museum

The Stefan Żeromski School Years Museum, located in the building of the former school attended by the writer from 1874 to 1886, has a rich history dating back to 1724. The school, situated on Krakowskie Przedmieście Street next to the Holy Trinity Church, was founded by Bishop Konstanty Felicjan Szaniawski, with the first classes beginning in September 1727. The institution, run by the priests of the "Communis Vitae" Institute, became a place of significance not only for education but also for socio-political events, such as the 1905 student protest against Russification. In 1962, the school moved to a new building, and in the vacated premises, thanks to the initiative of Aleksandra Zasuszanka Dobrowolska, the museum was opened in 1965. The museum collects artifacts related to Żeromski's life and work, including manuscripts, letters, and photographs, as well as valuable exhibits such as a gramophone record with the writer's recorded voice. Additionally, the museum organizes exhibitions, lessons, and workshops for school youth and serves as the headquarters of the Stefan Żeromski Society, which awards the Andrzej Radek Scholarships. The museum has become not only a place for preserving the memory of the outstanding writer but also an important point on the cultural map of Kielce, combining tradition with education.