Muzeum Czynu Niepodległościowego, Independence movement museum in Kraków, Poland
Muzeum Czynu Niepodległościowego is a museum in Kraków dedicated to Poland's struggle for independence, displaying artifacts, documents, and photographs from different historical periods. The collection covers resistance and independence movements across several eras.
The museum was founded in 1922 shortly after Poland regained independence to preserve memories of resistance and independence movements. It documents the key events that led to national sovereignty.
The exhibitions show how women participated in Poland's independence struggle during World War I and shaped society through their actions. You can see their roles in different areas of resistance work.
The museum is located in central Kraków and easy to reach on foot, with regular hours throughout the week. Guided tours in several languages are available to help you understand the exhibitions fully.
The collection holds over 8,000 exhibits and extensive archives, including the diary of Major Henryk Dobrzański, who led one of Europe's first guerrilla campaigns. These personal records offer insight into the strategies and daily life of armed resistance.
Location: Kraków
Inception: 1922
GPS coordinates: 50.06056,19.92083
Latest update: December 14, 2025 16:45
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