Museum of Mining and History in Złoty Stok
Touch the past
at the Mining Museum
Discover the secrets of miners of old, see unique exhibits, and learn how gold was produced. The Mining Museum is a living story about the history and people of this place.
In a nutshell
The building of the Museum of Mining and History in Złoty Stok
Museum of Mining
and History of Złoty Stok
Discover the heritage of mines, arsenic, and gold. The Mining Museum offers a unique journey through the centuries in the heart of Złoty Stok.
Immerse yourself in stories about mining, maps, exhibits, and legends: from engravings and a collection of irons to stories about the people who shaped the region. Learning, excitement, and local identity await you.
Admission tickets
at no extra charge
Admission is included in the ticket to visit the Gold Mine.
Check the price listTime for sightseeing
any, without a guide
Reservation
not required
Exhibitions and displays
Immerse yourself in fascinating history
The Museum of Mining and History in Złoty Stok takes you on a journey through centuries of tradition, work, and everyday life of the inhabitants of this land. Several themed rooms await you with unique collections: from old mining tools, through maps and documents, to personal memorabilia of former miners.
The museum consists of several themed rooms, diverse exhibitions, and unique collections. Here's what you'll see:
Room with engravings and memorabilia
You will immerse yourself in the old world of the city — you will see old engravings of Reichenstein, porcelain, coins minted in the local mint, as well as documents and artifacts of the inhabitants of Złoty Stok.
Miners' guild
On display are uniforms, tools, mining lamps, and equipment used in mines for centuries. You will learn about the stages of a miner's work and the difficulties of this profession.
Collection of mining tools
An exhibition where you will find chisels, hand chisels, and tools made by miners by hand—almost without any mechanization.
Geological and mining maps
The maps presented show the development of mining fields: Reicher Trost, Goldener Esel, Himmelfahrt, and others. You will see how the layout of the mine changed over time.
Photos, documents, chronicles
The museum collects local memorabilia: photographs, residents' chronicles, old guidebooks, descriptions of local events that describe not only the mine, but also the life of the town of Złoty Stok.
Memorial hall and reenactments
Boards with quotes, photographs, descriptions of the lives of mining families, often provided by local people. It is an exhibition that combines emotions with historical data.
Exhibition dedicated to the Guttler family and the history of the mine
Boards with quotes, photographs, descriptions of the lives of mining families, often provided by local people. It is an exhibition that combines emotions with historical data.
Google Arts & Culture Exhibition
Digital exhibition and Virtual tour
The Museum of the History of Zote Stok is now on Google Arts & Culture, so you can check out some of the exhibits and rooms online before you visit in person.
Discover our museum... online with Google Arts & Culture!
We are proud to invite you to take a virtual tour of the Gold Mine Museum exhibitions, which have been featured and published on the prestigious Google Arts & Culture platform. Thanks to this collaboration, you can explore our history from anywhere in the world – in a convenient, interactive form.
🔎 See unique exhibits, learn unknown facts, and enter the world of Złoty Stok like never before!
👉 Our exhibitions will also be part of a unique Google project dedicated to Poland’s cultural heritage!
The History of Złoty Stok
Złoty Stok is more than just a mine—it is a town with over 700 years of history, intertwining gold, mining, and the everyday lives of its residents. Thanks to an exhibition created in collaboration with Google Arts & Culture, you can see how this picturesque town has changed over the centuries.
📸 Archiwalne zdjęcia, unikalne dokumenty i opowieści o ludziach, którzy tworzyli ten region – wszystko zebrane w jednym, multimedialnym miejscu.
👉 Zobacz, jak wyglądał Złoty Stok dawniej i co pozostało z jego złotej przeszłości do dziś.
Virtual tour of the Museum
You don't have to leave your home to experience the atmosphere of the old mining days! Thanks to our collaboration with Google Arts & Culture, we invite you to take a unique virtual tour of our museum. Walk through the corridors, see authentic exhibits, and visit places that are not always accessible during a regular visit. This is a great opportunity to plan your visit... or simply let yourself be carried away by history.
👉 Click below and immerse yourself in our mining story:
Nasze wystawy
Odkryj historię górnictwa w Muzeum Górnictwa i Złotego Stoku! Zobacz unikalne mapy, narzędzia i żelazka górnicze w wirtualnej podróży po wystawach pełnych skarbów.
The origins of the Museum
Save the historical heritage of Złotostockie
On November 22, 2013, in the building of the former miners’ guild hall on Złota Street, the grand opening of the Chamber of Mining and History of Złoty Stok took place.
The chamber was established thanks to private funds. It was created by Elżbieta Szumska in cooperation with Piotr Romanowski to preserve the historical heritage of Złoty Stok. Most of the exhibits in the Gold Mine Museum belong to the creators’ own collections, but many historical memorabilia were also donated by residents who joined this wonderful initiative. Thanks to this, after many years, a museum was established in Złoty Stok, which is visited not only by residents, but also by tourists from Poland and abroad. It is also a museum loved by self-proclaimed gold prospectors who are fascinated by stories about this unique metal. If you are interested in this type of museum, Lower Silesia should definitely be on your list!
The Guttler family
The story of the family that changed Złoty Stok
Behind every mine there are people—and in Złoty Stok, one of the most influential families was the Guttlers.
The Guttler (Güttler) family was a key driver of industrial development in Złoty Stok and the surrounding area. Its progenitor was Karl Güttler (1791–1846), who started business activity in this region. His son, Wilhelm Güttler (1822–1874) expanded the business: gunpowder production and industrial management, as well as technological innovations, including the recovery of gold from production waste; this achievement earned him a gold medal at the World Exhibition in London in 1851.
In 1874 Paulina Güttler commissioned the construction of a family mausoleum in the old cemetery in Złoty Stok — it was an expression of respect for the family’s achievements and care for the memory of future generations. A total of eight family members were buried in the mausoleum, including Wilhelm, Paulina, their son Herman, grandchildren, and two boys, Berthold and Walther.
After World War II, the mausoleum fell into disrepair — vandalism destroyed some of the tombs and plaques. It was only in recent years that revitalization work was carried out: renovation of the facade, interior, and landscaping around the building. During the renovation, eight sarcophagi were discovered.
After World War II, the mausoleum fell into disrepair—vandalism destroyed some of the tombs and plaques. It was only in recent years that revitalization work was carried out: renovation of the facade, interior, and landscaping around the building. During the renovation, eight sarcophagi were discovered — five of them were reassembled.
Today, the role of the Guttlers is remembered not only through the mausoleum — their activities included industrial plants, the production of arsenic and gunpowder, the employment of local residents, as well as social and charitable initiatives. Many former residents of Złoty Stok and history enthusiasts believe that without their contribution, the town would not have achieved such industrial and cultural significance.
Thanks to our collaboration with Google Arts & Culture, you can trace the history of the Guttlers and view archival photos, documents, and exhibits related to this family.
📖 This story not only complements the history of the mine—it is part of the fate of the entire community and becomes part of your tour.
See the exhibition about the Guttlers and discover a story that will stay with you forever.