Come and visit Princess Marcelina! 21.07.2024
On Sunday, 21st July, we invite you to Villa Decius for an Educational Open Day: “Visit Marcelina”.
The event will focus on Princess Marcelina Czartoryska, a patriot and philanthropist who owned Villa Decius from 1869 to 1894. A gifted pianist and a student and friend of Fryderyk Chopin, she was also an influential member of Krakow's cultural scene, known for establishing the Krakow Patriotic Salon.
Indeed, Marcelina was responsible for founding one of the most renowned music salons in Krakow, where she hosted distinguished guests from aristocratic, artistic, scientific, literary, and youth communities. She was an extremely appreciated performer of Chopin’s works in Paris, where she had taken piano lessons during her youth. Outstanding artists of the era, such as Delacroix, Mickiewicz, Liszt, and Rubinstein, recognized Marcelina Czartoryska as an excellent interpreter of Chopin's works, admiring her musical abilities and exemplary, thoroughly faithful interpretation of the master's art.
Moreover, she collected a rich array of Chopin-related items. Some she ordered personally from artists, while others she likely acquired at the auction of furniture and objects from the deceased composer. A significant part of her collection was generously donated by Marcelina to the Czartoryski Museum in Krakow.
During your day at Villa Decius for the “Visit Marcelina” event, we will take you on a journey back to the 19th century. The full-day program will include a variety of educational and cultural activities for both children and adults. The youngest visitors will have the opportunity to participate in artistic workshops inspired by the decor of Villa Decius, specifically the loggia decorated with oriental tiles that Marcelina Czartoryska brought to the Villa. Additionally, they can join the well-known detective, Ms. Fishka, for a premiere detective walk inspired by the princess. Meanwhile, the older visitors are also invited to explore Villa Decius. They will learn, among other things, on what occasion Jan Matejko painted a portrait of Princess Marcelina, why Jacek Malczewski lived in Villa Decius, and what the loggia of Villa Decius has in common with Portuguese azulejos tiles.
This trip through the enchanting 19th century in Villa Decius will lead us to a grand ball, where we will learn, together with the artists of the Cracovia Danza Court Ballet, to dance the elegant contra dance. Then, we will guide you to the cinema room, magically transformed into Duchess Marcelina’s cozy living room. Inspired by the biography of Czartoryska, we will have the incredible opportunity to listen to live performances of Chopin's mazurkas, which Czartoryska once interpreted flawlessly.
We have also heard that on this day, something truly magical is going to happen at Villa Decius! Could it be that Princess Czartoryska will be there to greet her guests in person?
DETAILED PROGRAM
Sunday 21 July 2024 | 10:00 am - 7:00 pm:
10:00 am:
Detective walk “Visit Marcelina” for children aged 6-8 years
Led by: Lucja Malec-Kornajew (Ms. Fishka)
REGISTRATION REQUIRED: https://bilety.willadecjusza.pl/index.php/repertoire.html?id=333
12:00 pm:
Mosaic-making art workshop for people aged 10+
Led by: Beata Zuba
Loggia/Lubomirski Room
REGISTRATION REQUIRED: https://bilety.willadecjusza.pl/index.php/repertoire.html?id=335
1:30 pm:
Detective walk “Visit Marcelina” for children aged 9-11 years
Led by: Lucja Malec-Kornajew (Ms. Fishka)
REGISTRATION REQUIRED: https://bilety.willadecjusza.pl/index.php/repertoire.html?id=334
1:30 pm:
Villa Decius guided tour for adults
3:30 pm:
Villa Decius guided tour for adults
5:00 pm:
Demonstration and learning of historical dances with artists from the Cracovia Danza Court Ballet
Terrace of Villa
6:00 pm:
Concert of music by Fryderyk Chopin
Played by: Ilaria Shevchuk-Shnaider (piano)
Ballroom
https://bilety.willadecjusza.pl/index.php/repertoire.html?id=336
Throughout the duration of the event, a short film titled "Z Chopin in the Salon of Marcelina Czartoryska" (directed by Roman Agnel) will be shown either in the Cinema at Marcelina or in the Alkierz Fireplace Room on the ground floor of the Villa.
During the Open Day, Villa Decius can be visited individually with an audio guide available in Polish and English. After the visit, guests can participate in a Memory Quiz and have the chance to win a set of puzzles.
FREE ENTRY TO ALL EVENTS.
Please note that photographic and video documentation will be made during the event. By participating in the “Visit Marcelina” Open Day, attendees agree to the capture and use of their image solely for project-related purposes, including promotion and evaluation.
Indeed, Marcelina was responsible for founding one of the most renowned music salons in Krakow, where she hosted distinguished guests from aristocratic, artistic, scientific, literary, and youth communities. She was an extremely appreciated performer of Chopin’s works in Paris, where she had taken piano lessons during her youth. Outstanding artists of the era, such as Delacroix, Mickiewicz, Liszt, and Rubinstein, recognized Marcelina Czartoryska as an excellent interpreter of Chopin's works, admiring her musical abilities and exemplary, thoroughly faithful interpretation of the master's art.
Moreover, she collected a rich array of Chopin-related items. Some she ordered personally from artists, while others she likely acquired at the auction of furniture and objects from the deceased composer. A significant part of her collection was generously donated by Marcelina to the Czartoryski Museum in Krakow.
During your day at Villa Decius for the “Visit Marcelina” event, we will take you on a journey back to the 19th century. The full-day program will include a variety of educational and cultural activities for both children and adults. The youngest visitors will have the opportunity to participate in artistic workshops inspired by the decor of Villa Decius, specifically the loggia decorated with oriental tiles that Marcelina Czartoryska brought to the Villa. Additionally, they can join the well-known detective, Ms. Fishka, for a premiere detective walk inspired by the princess. Meanwhile, the older visitors are also invited to explore Villa Decius. They will learn, among other things, on what occasion Jan Matejko painted a portrait of Princess Marcelina, why Jacek Malczewski lived in Villa Decius, and what the loggia of Villa Decius has in common with Portuguese azulejos tiles.
This trip through the enchanting 19th century in Villa Decius will lead us to a grand ball, where we will learn, together with the artists of the Cracovia Danza Court Ballet, to dance the elegant contra dance. Then, we will guide you to the cinema room, magically transformed into Duchess Marcelina’s cozy living room. Inspired by the biography of Czartoryska, we will have the incredible opportunity to listen to live performances of Chopin's mazurkas, which Czartoryska once interpreted flawlessly.
We have also heard that on this day, something truly magical is going to happen at Villa Decius! Could it be that Princess Czartoryska will be there to greet her guests in person?
DETAILED PROGRAM
Sunday 21 July 2024 | 10:00 am - 7:00 pm:
10:00 am:
Detective walk “Visit Marcelina” for children aged 6-8 years
Led by: Lucja Malec-Kornajew (Ms. Fishka)
REGISTRATION REQUIRED: https://bilety.willadecjusza.pl/index.php/repertoire.html?id=333
12:00 pm:
Mosaic-making art workshop for people aged 10+
Led by: Beata Zuba
Loggia/Lubomirski Room
REGISTRATION REQUIRED: https://bilety.willadecjusza.pl/index.php/repertoire.html?id=335
1:30 pm:
Detective walk “Visit Marcelina” for children aged 9-11 years
Led by: Lucja Malec-Kornajew (Ms. Fishka)
REGISTRATION REQUIRED: https://bilety.willadecjusza.pl/index.php/repertoire.html?id=334
1:30 pm:
Villa Decius guided tour for adults
3:30 pm:
Villa Decius guided tour for adults
5:00 pm:
Demonstration and learning of historical dances with artists from the Cracovia Danza Court Ballet
Terrace of Villa
6:00 pm:
Concert of music by Fryderyk Chopin
Played by: Ilaria Shevchuk-Shnaider (piano)
Ballroom
https://bilety.willadecjusza.pl/index.php/repertoire.html?id=336
Throughout the duration of the event, a short film titled "Z Chopin in the Salon of Marcelina Czartoryska" (directed by Roman Agnel) will be shown either in the Cinema at Marcelina or in the Alkierz Fireplace Room on the ground floor of the Villa.
During the Open Day, Villa Decius can be visited individually with an audio guide available in Polish and English. After the visit, guests can participate in a Memory Quiz and have the chance to win a set of puzzles.
FREE ENTRY TO ALL EVENTS.
Please note that photographic and video documentation will be made during the event. By participating in the “Visit Marcelina” Open Day, attendees agree to the capture and use of their image solely for project-related purposes, including promotion and evaluation.