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Galicia Jewish Museum and its collection

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The Galicia Jewish Museum (Żydowskie Muzeum Galicja) is a museum with a photo exhibition in Krakow that documents the remnants of Jewish culture and life in Polish Galicia. The main exhibition of the Galicia Jewish Museum commemorates the 800-year Jewish history through photographs of synagogues, cemeteries and other relics of the Jewish presence in Galicia. The exhibition is divided into the following five sections: Jewish Life in Ruins, Jewish Culture as it Once Was, The Holocaust: Sites of Massacre and Destruction, How the Past is Being Remembered and People Making Memory Today. The museum also covers the Auschwitz concentration camp.

PLŻydowskie Muzeum Galicja w Krakowie

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Galicia Jewish Museum
Dajwór 18
31-052 Kraków

Visitor information Galicia Jewish Museum

Opening hours

Monday
10:00 – 18:00
Tuesday
10:00 – 18:00
Wednesday
10:00 – 18:00
Thursday
10:00 – 18:00
Friday
10:00 – 18:00
Saturday
10:00 – 18:00
Sunday
10:00 – 18:00

Admission

AdultsPLN 35.00
FamilyPLN 55.00
SeniorsPLN 25.00
StudentsPLN 25.00

Facilities

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Location & Map

Dajwór 18, Kraków

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Galicia Jewish Museum Reviews

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  • Apollo's Insights AI-Generated

    The Galicia Jewish Museum in Kraków, Poland, offers visitors a thoughtful and informative exploration of Jewish history and culture in the Galicia region. Located in the Kazimierz district, the museum presents a balanced perspective on the complex Jewish heritage of the area.

    The museum's main strength lies in its well-curated photographic exhibitions, which provide a visual journey through time, documenting Jewish life before, during, and after the Holocaust. Many visitors appreciate the museum's approach to telling personal stories, making the history more relatable and impactful.

    The permanent exhibition, "Traces of Memory," receives particular praise for its poignant portrayal of Jewish heritage sites in modern-day Poland. The museum also hosts temporary exhibitions and cultural events, adding variety to the visitor experience.

    While generally well-received, some visitors note that the museum is relatively small and can be explored thoroughly in about 1-2 hours. A few reviewers mention that certain sections could benefit from more detailed explanations or context.

    The museum staff are frequently commended for their knowledge and helpfulness, enhancing the overall experience. The bookstore and café on-site are appreciated additions, though some find the café options limited.

    For those interested in Jewish history and culture, particularly in the context of Poland and the Galicia region, this museum provides a valuable and educational experience. It serves as a good complement to other Holocaust-related sites in Kraków, offering a different perspective that focuses on Jewish life and culture rather than solely on the tragedy of the Holocaust.

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