Museum of Toys and Play
Świętokrzyskie
The Museum of Toys and Play in Kielce, Poland, established in 1979, is a unique cultural institution dedicated to the history and art of toys. Housed in a historic 19th-century eclectic-style building originally constructed in 1872, the museum boasts an extensive collection of both historic and contemporary toys. The building itself, with its symmetrical multi-axis façade and monumental gate, adds architectural charm to the visitor's experience. The museum serves as a research and exhibition center, showcasing toys that reflect the cultural and social history of Poland and beyond. It offers permanent exhibitions such as "City of Toys" and "Animated Film Heroes," engaging visitors of all ages with interactive displays and educational programs. Since relocating to its current premises in 2006, the museum has become a beloved destination for families, collectors, and historians alike, connecting generations through the universal language of play.
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Astuce: Visit the museum from Tuesday to Sunday between 8:00 and 16:00, with free admission on Saturdays and Sundays from 8:00 to 10:00. Mondays are closed. Booking in advance is recommended for groups. Discounts are available for children, seniors, and groups. The museum is located at plac Wolności 2 in Kielce, easily accessible by public transport.
Faits intéressants
- •The museum's current building dates back to 1872 and was originally designed for shops, services, and market stalls.
- •The museum's clock tower features a figure of the Świętokrzyska Witch, a local cultural symbol, that appears on a broomstick.
- •The museum was initially part of a national toymakers' cooperative that coordinated over 80% of Poland's toy production in the 1970s.
- •Permanent exhibitions include themes like the "City of Toys" and "Heroes of Animated Films," showcasing both Polish and international cultural heritage.
Histoire
The Museum of Toys and Play was founded in 1979 as the Museum of Toymaking, initially occupying a single room in the National Museum building in Kielce.
In 1982, it moved to a historic granary building but had to close its exhibition in 1985 due to inadequate conditions.
Temporary exhibitions were held elsewhere until 1988 when a small permanent exhibition opened in a city tenement.
In 2004, the city council allocated the historic 19th-century former market halls building at plac Wolności 2 for the museum.
After extensive renovations completed in 2005, the museum reopened there in 2006, adopting its current name and significantly expanding its exhibition space and collections.
Guide du lieu
Main Exhibition Halls2006
Three main exhibition halls display a vast array of toys from different eras, including dolls, mechanical toys, and games, illustrating the evolution of play and craftsmanship.
Historic Building Architecture1872
The eclectic-style building with classical accents features a symmetrical façade with monumental gates and triangular pediments, reflecting 19th-century market hall architecture.
Świętokrzyska Witch Clock Tower
A unique feature of the museum's clock tower is the figure of a witch riding a broomstick, which appears periodically as a cultural symbol of the Świętokrzyskie region.
Contact
Téléphone: 690 559 979