White Factory

The White Factory is a textile plant in Górniak featuring four connected wings arranged around a central courtyard, with tall chimneys and water towers as key architectural elements. The neoclassical design shows typical industrial features of the 19th century, including light-colored brick facades and functional structures built for manufacturing operations.

The factory was built between 1835 and 1837 as one of the first mills in Łódź to use steam-powered machinery, marking a major shift in the city's industrial development. This change from water-driven to steam-driven production methods transformed how textile manufacturing operated in the region.

The factory gets its name from the light-colored brick walls that distinguish it from other industrial buildings in the area. You can observe how textile production once shaped daily routines and the organization of spaces throughout the complex.

The site is easiest to navigate by entering through the main gate and following the orientation boards at the entrance, as the complex has multiple interconnected wings. Most exhibits are located within the connected buildings, with pathways through the courtyard linking different areas.

The grounds still contain the original pond and two distinctive dust towers from the 1800s that were part of the manufacturing process. An outdoor museum of wooden architecture opened in 2009 and offers additional insights into local craftsmanship traditions.