Muzeum Miedzi w Legnicy

The Muzeum Miedzi w Legnicy is a mining heritage museum housed in a former Renaissance palace in central Legnica, displaying mining tools, historical artifacts, and copper items. It features specialized sections covering geology, mining technology, and metallurgical processes.

Founded in 1962, the museum documents the development of copper mining in Lower Silesia through archaeological findings and industrial equipment. It traces how the mining industry shaped the region across generations.

The museum displays copper crafts and artworks spanning different eras, reflecting the region's metalworking traditions and industrial past.

The museum offers guided tours in multiple languages to help visitors understand the exhibitions fully. Plan enough time to explore all sections, especially if technical details interest you.

The collection includes an extensive range of copper coins from ancient times to modern currency, featuring rare specimens from medieval Polish mints. These numismatic treasures show how important copper production was to the local economy.

Location: Legnica

Inception: 1962

Address: ul. Partyzantów 3, 59-220 Legnica

Website: http://muzeum-miedzi.art.pl

GPS coordinates: 51.20889,16.15917

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:04