Zamek Książąt Pomorskich – Muzeum w Darłowie

About the museum

The Castle of the Pomeranian Dukes in Darłowo dates from the 14th century and for centuries was associated with the rulers of Pomerania. In the 20th century attempts were made to restore its former splendour: in 1929–1935 a renovation was carried out to adapt the building for use as a museum. The first exhibition opened on 1 July 1930. The activity of the Muzeum Powiatowe (District Museum) dates from that day; it was established mainly thanks to the passion of Karl Rosenow, the museum’s first director.

The castle was not destroyed during the Second World War and admitted visitors until March 1945. As early as 1 July 1945 the Muzeum Regionalne (Regional Museum) was opened here. In 1971–1988 a major renovation and restoration of the building was carried out, aimed at preserving the form of the castle and the layout of its interiors from the early 17th century and at displaying its Gothic architectural elements. After the works were completed, the castle reopened to visitors on 22 October 1988.

The museum now collects objects relating to interior furnishings, applied arts, Pomeranian ethnography, sacred art and Eastern art. In the former knights’ hall, known as the castle chapel, Pomeranian sacred art of the Sławno Land (ziemia sławieńska) is displayed, and in other rooms there are, among others, folk art, the map of Pomerania by Eilhard Lubinus and Baroque and Neo-Baroque furniture.

Highlights

• pulpit funded by Duchess Elżbieta in the former knights’ hall
• late Gothic 16th-century sculptures, including St Anne Samotrzeć (Anne Selbdritt)
• map of Pomerania by Eilhard Lubinus from the early 17th century
• Baroque and Neo-Baroque furniture and 18th-century pewter
• Japanese tsuba and Chinese figurines in the Eastern art collection
• castle tower with medallions of the rulers of Poland

Permanent exhibitions

• Pomorska sztuka sakralna ziemi sławieńskiej – The exhibition in the former knights’ hall presents the development of art connected with liturgy, burial and the commemoration of founders; it features the pulpit of Duchess Elżbieta and late Gothic sculptures.
• Pomorska sztuka ludowa i mapa Lubinusa – The rooms of the link and the eastern wing show folk art objects, a reconstruction of a half-timbered wall (ściana szachulcowa) and the map of Pomerania by Eilhard Lubinus from the early 17th century.
• Meble barokowe i neobarokowe – Exhibition of furniture with carved decoration, a courtly cradle and pewter objects from the 18th century.

Founded

1930

Director

Karol Matusiak

Admission & discounts

The prices given apply to the 2026 price list; the standard ticket of PLN 30 covers the Castle Chambers (main exhibitions). Free admission is also granted, among others, to museum employees, members of ICOM and ICOMOS and holders of the Karta Polaka.

Accessibility

• Partially wheelchair accessible
• Elevator: no information
• Accessible restroom: no information
• Accessible parking: no information
• Service dogs welcome
• Tactile models & exhibits: not available
• Sign language tours: not available
• Easy-to-read materials: no information
• Audio description: no information

The 14th-century castle is not adapted for visits by wheelchair; the exception is the exhibition on the history of the town, which is accessible from the paved courtyard. Visitors may move through the museum with a guide dog. There are no Braille markings and no sign language interpreter.

Kids & families

Great for kids & families

• Family tours & workshops

For children the museum has prepared, among others, the Medieval Games Chamber and museum lessons; children under 6 enter free of charge.

Getting there & parking

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Amenities & dining

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