We invite you to explore our offer for kindergartens. Each of the lesson topics listed below takes place within selected permanent exhibitions of the National Museum in Lublin.

Museum Lessons

Fairy Tales and More

Discover stories painted on canvases. Listen to tales of kings, mythical creatures, and dreamlike lands. Let us take you into the world of fairy tales and myths.

Lesson topics:

• “The King with Donkey Ears”
• “The Enchanted Forest”
• “The Devil’s Paw”
• “White Gold”

Discovering the Museum

A first visit to the Museum is a great opportunity to learn key concepts related to museology, such as exhibit, exhibition, and collection. Together, we will discuss why museums exist and what stories their artifacts can tell us.

Legends of Lublin

Where does Lublin’s name come from? Why is a goat featured in the city’s coat of arms? Who left a paw print on the Tribunal table? These and many other questions will be answered during a session where participants will discover the most famous legends connected to the city’s rich history.

The Oldest Monuments of the Castle Hill

Step back in time to the era of kings and knights, when a real castle stood where the Museum is today. Together, we will uncover the secrets of medieval structures that still exist—such as the defensive tower and the Holy Trinity Chapel—and explore the key elements of fortress architecture.

Treasures of the Past

How do we learn about the earliest history of humankind? What treasures lie hidden beneath the earth? During this session in the archaeological exhibition, we will discuss the tools and methods used by archaeologists and examine the Museum’s oldest artifacts.

All Aboard the Art Train!

Can emotions be painted? Can music have a color? We will explore these questions by examining paintings ranging from figurative to abstract.

Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them

Someone has left tracks in the Museum! By following them, we will search for their owners—furry and feathered creatures, those with beaks or teeth, flying, swimming, crawling, and jumping. Perhaps some strange, mythical beasts are hiding among them?

Museum Workshops

Shaped from Clay

In this workshop, we will learn about different pottery techniques and vessel decoration methods from the Neolithic era to the present. Participants will create their own clay toys. In follow-up sessions, we will glaze and fire the pieces, which can then be taken home. A one-day version is also available, where participants make unglazed works or use air-drying clay.

Castle Builders

We will learn about the history of Lublin Castle, its oldest structures, and their functions. Inspired by a model of the castle hill, we will design and create our own miniature castles using cardboard.

In a Wig or a Beret—A Portrait Lesson

From profile to full face, from bust to contrapposto, idealized or emphasizing imperfections—this workshop explores different portrait styles over the centuries, their functions, and techniques. Participants will create their own unique portraits.

Mastering Beauty—Calligraphy Workshop

Using historical script patterns and traditional writing tools such as goose quills, dip pens, ink, and fountain pens, we will practice the art of beautiful handwriting. Through these exercises, we will refine our sense of aesthetics, precision, and patience.

Painting Like a Master

A hands-on workshop focusing on painting and drawing techniques. Participants will first explore the Gallery of 19th-20th Century Polish Painting or the Avant-Garde and “Zamek” Group Gallery. Then, using paints or pastels, they will create their own artworks, choosing from still life, portrait, or landscape themes.

Painting on Glass

Paintings are not only created on canvas, paper, or wood! In this workshop, we will introduce the tradition of glass painting. Participants will imitate folk artists or create their own glass artworks.

The Texture of Painting

Can gloss, stickiness, or roughness be the subject of an artwork? What happens when sand or decayed wood is trapped under layers of paint and varnish? Inspired by avant-garde artists, we will explore the properties of materials around us and create assemblage-based artworks.

How to Book a Museum Lesson or Workshop?

Reservations for lessons and workshops are handled by the Education Department:
 Tel: 81 537 96 15 / Mobile: 693 677 602
 Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
 Minimum booking time: One week in advance

When booking, please provide:

• The lesson or workshop topic
• School details
• Teacher’s (guardian’s) name
• Number and age of participants

Lesson & Workshop Schedule

 When?

• Lessons and workshops for organized groups take place Tuesday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM during the school year.
• In special cases, alternative dates can be arranged.

Fees

 Museum Lesson (up to 1.5 hours)

• Fixed session fee: 100 PLN
• Student ticket: 12 PLN per participant

 Museum Lesson with Workshop (up to 2 hours)

• Fixed session fee: 150 PLN
• Student ticket: 10 PLN per participant

 Payment must be made at the museum’s ticket office before the session begins.

Important Notes

• Museum lessons accommodate a maximum of 30 participants per group.
• Workshops accommodate 15-20 participants, depending on the topic.
• A guardian must remain with the group throughout the visit.
• If you need to cancel a booking, please inform the Education Department in advance.