Diocesan Museum in Siedlce

The Diocesan Museum in Siedlce is a cultural institution that collects and presents sacred art and memorabilia related to the history of the Church in the Siedlce Diocese (also known as the Podlasie Diocese). The museum is housed in the historic building of the former 17th-century Conventual Franciscan monastery, which is itself a valuable example of Baroque architecture.

Although the museum's collections are rich and diverse, its largest and most famous exhibit is the only El Greco painting in Poland – "The Ecstasy of Saint Francis." This unique work of Spanish painting from the turn of the 16th and 17th centuries is a priceless national and European treasure, attracting art lovers from all over the world to Siedlce.

In addition to the El Greco masterpiece, the museum displays valuable icons, sculptures, chasubles, liturgical vessels, old prints, and historical documents that testify to the rich history of the region and its connection with the Church. The exhibitions show the development of sacred art from the Middle Ages to contemporary times. The Diocesan Museum in Siedlce plays an important role in cultural and historical education, serving as a place for encountering the spiritual and artistic heritage of Podlasie.

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