Adaptation of the Public Library to promote the city’s history and cultural heritage
About this good practice
Insufficient development of cultural resources and limited access to the history and culture of Nowy Dwór Mazowiecki. There was a need to improve the use of the historical object of the Public Library by giving it new cultural and educational functions. In addition, there was a need to use innovative methods of communicating knowledge about the history of the region and to make it more accessible to residents and tourists. There was also a lack of a place that could become the centre of cultural life, as well as support the development of the tourist and economic potential of the Polish region - Mazovia.
The modernization and adaptation of the Public Library for the Exhibition of the History of the City made it possible to create a space that meets cultural and educational goals. This place becomes a centre where innovative methods of transferring knowledge about the history of the region are used.The exhibition presents over 700 years of history of Nowy Dwór Mazowiecki, with a particular focus on social and multicultural aspects.
The exhibition is designed in the form of a stylized street, with facades resembling the old wooden buildings of the city. Exhibits and photographs depicting the daily lives of residents are displayed in windows and showcases. The exhibition features interactive stations that allow visitors to immerse themselves more deeply in the city's history.
Resources needed
The total value of the investment is approx. PLN 2 million (0,46 million Euro)
The value of co-financing from EU funds approx. PLN 0,8 million (0,18 million Euro)
Own resources of the city of Nowy Dwór Mazowiecki – approx. PLN 1,2 million (0,27 million Euro)
Evidence of success
This practice is considered good for several reasons:
1. Increasing accessibility to culture and history (which supports education and local awareness);
2. The number of people visiting the library since the completion of the revitalization until 31/12/2024 is 50,574.
Potential for learning or transfer
This practice may be of interest to other regions for several reasons:
1. Flexibility of adaptation: The possibility of adapting this practice to different regional or urban contexts, taking into account the cultural, historical and educational specificities of other places, including which cultural institution (library) undertakes this task.
2. A model for the development of local culture: The success of this practice can serve as a model for other regions wishing to develop their cultural resources, promote local history and heritage.
3. Transfer of knowledge and experience: The exchange of experience related to the harmonisation of different social needs, the adaptation of space for cultural and educational purposes can be a valuable source of knowledge for other regions.
4. Challenges of transfer: However, the transfer of this practice may face challenges related to cultural and historical differences, which will require flexibility and adaptation to local needs.
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