Staszic Palace

Staszic Palace is a neoclassical building on Krakowskie Przedmieście in Warsaw with slender columns, broad staircases, and carefully crafted decorative details. Antonio Corazzi designed it in 1820 following classical principles that emphasize order and symmetry.

The palace was built in 1820 and later transformed by Vladimir Pokrovsky between 1892 and 1895, who added Byzantine elements. During World War II, the building suffered severe damage but was rebuilt between 1946 and 1950.

The palace houses the Polish Academy of Sciences and serves as a center where scholars gather for research and academic events. Visitors can sense the intellectual life that fills these rooms daily.

The building stands at the corner of Krakowskie Przedmieście and Nowy Świat and is easy to find near the famous Copernicus monument. The central location makes it a convenient stop while walking through the old town area.

The facade features majolica brick, a rare material that gives the building a distinctive appearance. These decorative bricks have been preserved through renovations and remain a characteristic feature of the palace today.

Location: Warsaw

Inception: 1820

Founders: Stanisław Staszic

Architects: Antonio Corazzi

Architectural style: neoclassicism

GPS coordinates: 52.23750,21.01806

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:46