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Spotkania z kolekcją: Guided Tours of Historic Palaces at Royal Łazienki Museum

Delve into the rich history and artistic treasures of Warsaw's Royal Łazienki Museum through expert-led tours.

The 'Spotkania z kolekcją' program invites you to explore the captivating historic interiors of the Royal Łazienki Museum. Participate in guided tours through the Palace on the Isle, White House, Old Orangery, and Myślewicki Palace. Uncover secrets of royal residences, admire unique art, and learn about Poland's rich cultural heritage. Expert educators provide insights into each historical room.

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Exhibition summary

This program offers guided tours of the historic interiors of the Royal Łazienki Museum, including the Palace on the Isle, White House, Old Orangery, and Myślewicki Palace. Visitors can explore the secrets of historical rooms, learn about royal residences, admire art, and discover unique decorations.

Curatorial context

The "Spotkania z kolekcją" (Meetings with the Collection) program invites visitors to explore the rich history and artistic treasures within the iconic buildings of the Royal Łazienki Museum. Guided tours will take place in the Palace on the Isle, the White House, the Old Orangery, and Myślewicki Palace, offering insights into the historical rooms and their former inhabitants. In the Palace on the Isle, participants will learn about the origin of its name and discover royal residences, artworks, and stories associated with the last king of Poland. The White House will showcase intricate pictorial decorations with mythological and symbolic references, while the Old Orangery features the Royal Theatre and its distinctive decor. Myślewicki Palace will charm visitors with landscape views in the Landscape Room, likely by painter Antoni Jan Herliczka. The tours are led by experienced educators from the Royal Łazienki Museum, including Patrycja Ambroszczyk, Małgorzata Chomicz-Mielczarek, Ludmiła Waślicka, and Nikodem Węgier.

Admission and ticket notes

Admission varies by date. For May 11, May 25, and June 15, entry is included with a museum pass (60 zł normal, 30 zł reduced, etc.) or a specific ticket. For June 1, special family tours cost 10 zł per child and 10 zł per guardian, with one of the sessions already sold out.

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Venue
Royal Łazienki Museum
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
May 11, 2025 – Jun 15, 2025
Artist line / attribution
Tours are led by educators Małgorzata Chomicz-Mielczarek, Nikodem Węgier, Patrycja Ambroszczyk, and Ludmiła Waślicka. The text also mentions Antoni Jan Herliczka as a potential painter of works in Myślewicki Palace.
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