Over a century old, the Kościoł parafialny pw. Dzieciątka Jezus has witnessed a lot. This church, tucked away on Lindleya Street, began its life in 1897 as a humble chapel. It was meant to be part of the Children of Jesus Hospital complex. The chapel, designed to accommodate 150 souls, was completed around 1902. But the congregation quickly outgrew the space. The architects went back to the drawing board. They decided to incorporate the existing chapel as the presbytery of a larger, grander church. The new design embraced the Neo-Gothic style, a popular choice in that period. World War I, however, threw a wrench into their plans. Construction halted, resuming only after four long years. Finally, in 1925, the expanded Kościoł parafialny pw. Dzieciątka Jezus stood complete. Its expanded size and grandeur served the community well. The church also bears the scars of World War II. During the 1939 defense of Warsaw, the bell tower crumbled, its bells falling silent. The roof was torn open, exposing the interior to the elements. Despite the damage, the parishioners found solace within its walls. In the postwar years, this church, like Warsaw itself, was rebuilt. Today, the Kościoł parafialny pw. Dzieciątka Jezus stands as a testament to the enduring spirit of both faith and the city it calls home.
Центральный дом работников искусств
Step through the grand wooden doors of the Central House of the Workers of Art, and you’ll be transported to