Muzeum "W Starej Papierni" w Łapinie
Private museum in a former paper mill on the Radunia river, presenting the history of the works and the paper-making process; visits in groups only.
Have only individual sections read aloud
About the museum
The “W Starej Papierni” (In the Old Paper Mill) museum operates in a former paper mill in the Kashubian village of Łapino, between the River Radunia and a disused railway line, no. 229. It was entered in the Register of Museums kept by the Minister of Culture and National Heritage on 21 February 2018. The founder and owner of the institution is Paweł Jaworski.
Exhibitions are open only to organised groups. As part of the programme, visitors learn the history of the paper mill and the paper-making process, and take part in hand-papermaking workshops. The offer also includes a programme for families and small groups, and excursions combined with rides on bicycle rail trolleys (drezyny rowerowe) along the historic railway line.
Highlights
- History of the former paper mill and paper production
- Workshops in hand papermaking
- Bicycle rail trolley rides along railway line no. 229
- Visits by prior booking only
Permanent exhibition
- Wystawa o historii papierni i produkcji papieru – The exhibition shows the history of the former paper mill in Łapino and the process of making paper; it is available to organised groups.
- Founded
- 2018
- Operated by
- Paweł Jaworski (muzeum prywatne)
Admission & discounts
| Groups | –The price depends on the programme; details are given when booking. |
|---|---|
| “Stara Papiernia” classes for families and small groups (up to 7 people) | 140 złPrice for a group of up to seven people; each additional person PLN 20. The classes last about 1.5 hours and include a hand-papermaking workshop. |
| “Drezyną do Starej Papierni” (By Draisine to the Old Paper Mill) programme (grades 3–6, from 20 pupils) | 60 złPrice per pupil; groups of fewer than 20 pupils pay PLN 1,200 per group. The programme lasts about 4 hours. |
Accessibility
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Kids & families
A programme for families and small groups with paper-making workshops is available (booking: stowarzyszenie@starapapiernia.eu).
Getting there & parking
By car
Parking available
A monitored car park is located by the Remiza accommodation building.
Amenities & dining
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Events & venue rental
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Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| School programs | yes |
| Good to know | The educational offer includes hand-papermaking workshops, bicycle rail trolley rides and programmes for schools; booking is required. |
