Centrum Edukacji i Kultury „Szklany Dom” w Ciekotach
Cultural centre in Ciekoty with a reconstructed manor house of the Żeromski family, the only museum in the country devoted to the writer, and a contemporary art gallery.
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About the museum
The Education and Culture Centre “Glass House” (Szklany Dom) in Ciekoty is a cultural institution of Masłów Commune and a gateway to the Świętokrzyskie Mountains. Its programme relates to Stefan Żeromski, who spent his childhood and youth in Ciekoty (1871–1883). In 1871 his father Wincenty moved into the manor as the new estate manager, and the family lived there for twelve years.
The manor, built in 1753, was completely destroyed in the 20th century. It was reconstructed in 2010 as a small wooden manor house, and its furnishing was completed in 2016, thanks to the work of honorary curator Kazimiera Zapałowa, donors and the commune office. The interiors were arranged in line with historical fact, the writer’s diaries and his literary descriptions. Today it houses a museum dedicated to Żeromski.
The Glass House presents contemporary art, runs educational programmes and classes for seniors, and houses a tourist information point, a souvenir shop and a bicycle rental. Festivals, concerts, rallies and literary meetings take place in Ciekoty.
Highlights
- reconstructed manor of the Żeromski family from 1753, furnished according to the writer’s diaries
- the only museum in the country devoted to Stefan Żeromski in his home region
- contemporary art gallery in the Glass House
- outdoor games and quests: “Following the Young Żeromski”, “Żeromski’s Herbarium”
- tourist information point and bicycle rental
Permanent exhibition
- Dworek Stefana Żeromskiego – Wooden manor house of the Żeromski family, reconstructed in 2010, with interiors furnished according to the writer’s diaries and descriptions; visits with a guide.
- Founded
- 2008
- Operated by
- Gmina Masłów
Admission & discounts
| Adults | 22 zł |
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| Reduced | 18 złschool pupils, students, pensioners, recipients of disability pensions, seniors over 60 (Senior Card), veterans and people with disabilities; group reduction for groups of more than 15 people |
| Children & teens | freefree up to age 4 · Free admission for children under 5, group leaders and carers of people with disabilities. |
| Seniors | 18 zł |
| Visitors with disabilities | 18 złcompanion free · The carer of a person with a disability enters free of charge. |
| Students & apprentices | 18 zł |
| Groups (16+ people) | 18 zł per personReduced group ticket for groups of more than 15 people. |
| Local ticket (residents of Masłów Commune) | 2 złOn presentation of a document confirming registered residence in the commune. |
| Outdoor game or museum lesson for groups (including a visit to the manor) | 25 złPrice per person, groups of more than 15 people. |
| “Żeromszczyzna for the whole day” package | 50 złVisit to the manor and the Glass House, gamification or outdoor game, bonfire; PLN 40 for schools named after Żeromski, PLN 45 for groups of more than 35 people. |
| “Stefan’s Childhood” package – visit and glass-painting workshop | 40 zł |
The prices apply to the Stefan Żeromski Manor; an individual visit with a guide is included in the ticket price.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible: no information
- Elevator: no information
- Accessible restroom
- Accessible parking
- Service dogs welcome: no information
- Tactile models & exhibits: not available
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description: no information
According to the accessibility statement, the Glass House has a toilet and a car park for people with disabilities. The building can be reached through an entrance with a ramp, and there is a rear entrance on the south side at ground level. Stairs inside have handrails, the stairs at the main entrance do not. There are no induction loops or Braille signage.
Kids & families
Great for kids & families
| Kids’ admission | free up to age 4 |
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- Family tours & workshops
- Activity booklet, scavenger hunt or kids’ audio guide
For children and families there are quests, outdoor games and workshops, and children under 5 visit free of charge.
Getting there & parking
By car
Parking available
There is a car park at the Glass House, including a space for people with disabilities.
- Accessible parking
Address: Ciekoty 76, 26-001 Masłów.
Get directionsAmenities & dining
- Museum shop
The Glass House has a souvenir shop with items relating to Żeromski and a tourist information point. WiFi is available in the guest rooms for overnight guests.
Events & venue rental
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| School programs | yes |
| Good to know | The manor is visited with a guide, included in the ticket price. For groups there are outdoor games, quests and museum lessons. The quests “Following the Young Żeromski” (about 40 minutes) and “Żeromski’s Herbarium” (about 60 minutes) can be completed by anyone, and the leaflets are free. |
