Is it a palace or an art school? Here at Krakowskie Przedmieście 5 stands the Akademia Sztuk Pięknych. It’s housed in the grand Czapski Palace. Don’t let the name fool you. The Akademia Sztuk Pięknych is Poland’s oldest art university. It was founded in 1816. It all started as a department within the University of Warsaw. Over the years, political turmoil led to its closure and rebirth several times. But the Akademia Sztuk Pięknych always rose from the ashes. In 1932, it finally earned its current name and cemented its place as a leading art institution. Today, the Akademia Sztuk Pięknych has almost 1,700 students across a range of disciplines. Walk through the halls and you might stumble upon future masters of painting, sculpture or graphic design. They are all drawn here by the legacy of this prestigious institution. Even if you aren’t an art enthusiast, the Akademia Sztuk Pięknych is worth a visit. It stands as a testament to the enduring power of creativity and resilience.
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