White Eagle Museum

The White Eagle Museum in Skarżysko-Kamienna, established in 1969, is a regional institution that reflects the city's rich traditions in ammunition and armament production. It is housed in the buildings of the former "Rejów" steelworks, constructed between 1836 and 1838, which gives the museum a unique architectural context. The museum's exhibition extends not only inside the building but also covers nearly 2 hectares of outdoor space, where military equipment is displayed, making it one of the largest collections of military artifacts in Poland. The museum offers a wide range of permanent exhibitions, such as "Uniforms and Weapons of the 20th Century," "Skarżysko-Kamienna: The City and Its People," and "The Polish Army on the Fronts of World War II," which explore both the history of the region and the martyrdom of its inhabitants. One of the highlights is the exhibition dedicated to the fate of the Polish Army during World War II and the partisan movement in the Kielce region. Temporary exhibitions, such as "September 1939: The Partition of Poland," draw attention to key historical events. Outdoors, visitors can admire an impressive collection of 150 exhibits, including historic armored personnel carriers, T-34/85 tanks, and the only preserved torpedo boat ORP "Odważny." The museum not only preserves military artifacts but also promotes the history and culture of the region by organizing temporary exhibitions like "Phenomena of Science" and "The World of Toruń Gingerbread." The Research and Museum Center of the Holy Cross Partisan Groups of the Home Army, operating within the museum, underscores its role as a center for historical research and education.