Museum of Printing

Głęboka 50, 43-400 Cieszyn
Contact: drukarstwo@zamekcieszyn.pl
Website: zamekcieszyn.pl
Institution profile: non-profit
Type of institution: Museum
T4EU Partner Institution: University of Silesia in Katowice
Country: Poland

Description

The Museum of Printing in Cieszyn was established to commemorate the printing traditions in Cieszyn Silesia and, with its unique collections and still operational machines, is a gem among the monuments of Cieszyn Silesia, known throughout the country. The museum commemorates the local heritage of printing. The unique feature of the museum is that all the machines are still operating. The museum is also an interesting example of engaging the local community, as many volunteers used to work as printers. The museum offers a variety of workshops, study visits, and guided tours. The Museum is an example of how to preserve local heritage and engage local community.

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