In search of the beginnings of Leszno. Archaeological traces of early medieval settlement in the town
What did Leszno look like a thousand years ago? Who were its inhabitants? Thanks to the latest archaeological discoveries, you can see material traces of the past and learn about the behind-the-scenes work of archaeologists. We invite you to a unique exhibition that combines knowledge, history and imagination.
Description and aims of the exhibition
The exhibition presents in an accessible and attractive form the results of archaeological research conducted in Leszno in the years 2008–2024 at three sites from the early medieval period. The main part of the exhibition consists of movable artefacts – ceramic vessels, stone and metal objects – which are direct traces of the former inhabitants of this area.
A special place is occupied by the latest discovery from 2024 – relics of a hillfort and a vast hillfort settlement, located at Henrykowska Street in the southern part of the town. For a better understanding of the significance of this find, a suggestive arrangement was prepared, the heart of which is a model depicting the appearance of the medieval hillfort and its surroundings.
The aim of the exhibition is to popularize knowledge about the history of Leszno and to bring archaeology closer as a science that allows not only to discover the past, but also to verify information contained in written sources from later periods.
A special place is occupied by the latest discovery from 2024 – relics of a hillfort and a vast hillfort settlement, located at Henrykowska Street in the southern part of the town. For a better understanding of the significance of this find, a suggestive arrangement was prepared, the heart of which is a model depicting the appearance of the medieval hillfort and its surroundings.
The aim of the exhibition is to popularize knowledge about the history of Leszno and to bring archaeology closer as a science that allows not only to discover the past, but also to verify information contained in written sources from later periods.
Exhibition Information
Place: District Museum in Leszno, 31 G. Narutowicza St.
Duration: June 11 – October 26, 2025
Curator of the exhibition: Łukasz Lisiecki, archaeologist (ArchGeo Leszno)
Coordinator on behalf of the Museum and creator of the board exhibition: Adrian Gendera, PhD, historian
Duration: June 11 – October 26, 2025
Curator of the exhibition: Łukasz Lisiecki, archaeologist (ArchGeo Leszno)
Coordinator on behalf of the Museum and creator of the board exhibition: Adrian Gendera, PhD, historian
Availability
The exhibition has been prepared for a wide audience – both children and teenagers, as well as adults. It takes into account the needs of people with special requirements. Among the presented objects there will also be exhibits available for tactile cognition.
Accompanying events
10 June (Tuesday), 6.00 p.m. - opening of the exhibition
15 June (Sunday), 4:00 p.m. – curatorial tour of the exhibition by archaeologist Łukasz Lisiecki.
As part of the educational offer, a museum lesson entitled "Archaeology. Treasures hidden in the ground", addressed to school and kindergarten groups.
15 June (Sunday), 4:00 p.m. – curatorial tour of the exhibition by archaeologist Łukasz Lisiecki.
As part of the educational offer, a museum lesson entitled "Archaeology. Treasures hidden in the ground", addressed to school and kindergarten groups.
Bonus - board exhibition
The temporary exhibition is accompanied by an outdoor exhibition entitled "Under the surface of time. Archaeology", presenting archaeology as a field of science, showing the work of an archaeologist and traditional and modern methods of conducting research. The exhibition will be available in front of the Museum building from 10 June.
Contact and conditions of participation
Orders for a lesson or tour:
tel.: 65 529 61 40 ext. 3 (Education and Marketing Department)
email: edukacja@muzeum.leszno.pl
Exhibition information:
tel.: 65 529 61 40 ext. 7 (Collections Department)
email: adrian.gendera@muzeum.leszno.pl
Ticket prices:
tour: PLN 12 / PLN 10 (reduced ticket) per person
guided tour (1 hour): PLN 70 + entry ticket
educational activities: lesson – PLN 7 (schools), PLN 5 (kindergartens) per person
tel.: 65 529 61 40 ext. 3 (Education and Marketing Department)
email: edukacja@muzeum.leszno.pl
Exhibition information:
tel.: 65 529 61 40 ext. 7 (Collections Department)
email: adrian.gendera@muzeum.leszno.pl
Ticket prices:
tour: PLN 12 / PLN 10 (reduced ticket) per person
guided tour (1 hour): PLN 70 + entry ticket
educational activities: lesson – PLN 7 (schools), PLN 5 (kindergartens) per person
