The factory was established in 1790, making it one of the oldest operating porcelain manufacturers in Poland.
It is the only place in the world where visitors can witness the entire technological process of manufacturing porcelain from start to finish.
The factory maintains a private collection of porcelain art spanning over two centuries of Polish design history.
Traditional casting methods used here involve pouring liquid porcelain slip into porous plaster molds to absorb water.
The onsite 'New Look' collection represents the post-war avant-garde era of Polish industrial design from the 1950s and 1960s.
The museum preserves a historic 'flame' kiln, a rare example of 19th-century industrial architecture.
The Live Porcelain Museum (Żywe Muzeum Porcelany) is located within the historic 1790 Ćmielów porcelain factory complex. Visitors can observe the complete production process of porcelain, from casting liquid mass into plaster molds to the firing and glazing stages. The site functions as a working manufacturing facility rather than a static gallery. It houses a collection of original designs, including the iconic 1950s 'New Look' series by Polish artists. The tour includes access to the historic kiln, which dates back to the 19th century. Guests can participate in porcelain rose-making workshops on-site. The factory maintains traditional manual production techniques alongside modern manufacturing. It serves as an active center for industrial heritage preservation in the Świętokrzyskie region.
Inside the historic kiln room for a dramatic industrial aesthetic.
Participate in the hands-on workshop to create your own porcelain rose as a souvenir.
Check the factory floor schedule upon arrival, as production stages vary depending on the day's workflow.
Wear comfortable shoes as the museum tour involves walking through active production areas.
Do not attempt to touch equipment or wet porcelain molds in the production zone without permission.
Follow all safety instructions given by the guide, as this is an active industrial production facility.
