St. Mary’s Church with the Post-Piarist Monastery

One of the most valuable architectural monuments in the north-east of Poland. The site, consisting of a monastery, church and college, was erected at the turn of the 17th and 18th century. The Piarist Complex in Szczuczyn was designed in the style of the quiet, classical Baroque by great architect Józef Piola.

The complex was erected to commemorate the victory of the Battle of Vienna. The founder and at the same time the owner of Szczuczyn was financially supported by King John III Sobieski himself. Stanislaw Antoni Szczuka was his long-time secretary, adviser and friend. The Piarists were stationed in the church for many years. It was also home to Poland’s first Institute for the Deaf, which was later moved to Warsaw, there was also a school for girls and a hospital.

The building has survived all wars, armed conflicts and annexations in virtually intact state. Currently, the monastery houses the Museum and Workshop Centre, with historical museum chambers, conference and workshop rooms. The centre is open to residents’ initiatives, cultural projects and tourists from all over the country.

The monastery walls also house the Marshal Józef Piłsudski Memorial Chamber: the only place in the region presenting the activities of the independence leader. The Chamber contains several thousand exhibits, memorabilia, photographs, documents and paintings.

Opening hours:
Mon.-Sat. 8:00 AM-4:00 PM