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ALFRED BIEDERMANN'S PALACE

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Revolution or Evolution? What Does Sustainable Development Mean for Our University?

Reflection on the directions of sustainable development of universities, reducing the consumption of animal products, as well as the possibility of stopping animal experiments –these are the topics…

09 October 2024 | Events
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On Animal Suffering. Photography Exhibition by My Animals "Hidden – Animals in the Anthropocene"

We would like to invite you to the opening of the international exhibition "HIDDEN – Animals in the Anthropocene", created by a Canadian photographer and an activist Jo-Anne McArthur with We Animals.…

12 September 2024 | Events
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Activities for the Benefit of the University – Ceremonial Presentation of Medals and Distinctions

A ceremonial presentation of medals and diplomas to students and doctoral students for their activities for the benefit of the University of Lodz took place at the Biedermann’s Palace on Thursday (4…

09 July 2024 | News
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Renewal of the University of Lodz Doctorates after 50 Years – Beautiful Tradition at the University of Lodz

The spirit of the Academy, a solemn atmosphere, extraordinary memories and emotions marked this year's edition of the ceremony of renewal of the University of Lodz doctorates after 50 years.

05 July 2024 | News
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Evening with Lisa Robertson, a Canadian Poet

Join us for an evening of poetry reading and conversation with Lisa Robertson, a Canadian poet, an essayist, a translator and a novelist who lives in France. The meeting "Suspending Disbelief:…

07 May 2024 | Events
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Lecture entitled „Translating Yoani (…)” by Frances Negrón-Muntaner at the Biedermann’s Palace

The lecture by Frances Negrón-Muntaner entitled "Translating Yoani: Or, how a Young Woman in a Country Ruled by Old Men with Near Zero Internet Became the World’s Most Famous Blogger" will be held on…

07 May 2024 | Events
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Extraordinary Journey in Time – About the History of the University of Lodz in a TV Show

The University of Lodz academic community currently consists of approximately 30,000 people – over 23,000 students, almost 500 participants of doctoral schools and over 3,700 employees. For nearly 80…

18 April 2024 | News
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"Music at Biedermann’s" – End of Season Concert

The last concert in this academic year, the April concert as part of the "Music at Biedermann’s" series, will be packed full of various sounds and styles. First, you will listen to French-Belgian harp…

12 April 2024 | Events
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Artistic and Scientific Project "To jest GENialne" Inspired by Biobanking. University of Lodz x Academy of Fine Arts

The university's Wozownia 1/5 Gallery (Franciszkańska 1/5) will host the inauguration of an artistic and scientific project aimed at presenting the topics of genetics, biobanking and population…

28 March 2024 | Events
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About the Palace
About the Palace
The palace was constructed between 1910 and 1912 for the Łódź industrialist A. Biedermann.
 

The building is part of a palace and park estate situated at the junction of Franciszkańska and Północna Streets.

In 1997, the building became the property of the University of Łódź and underwent a comprehensive renovation between 1999 and 2003. In 1980, it was entered into the register of…

 

 
The Palace from an Art Historian’s Perspective
The Palace from an Art Historian’s Perspective
An Art Historical Perspective on the Palace
 

Its architectural form references the classicising palaces of the 17th century, distinguished by a modest entrance portico supported by two columns.

The structure is crowned with a mansard roof and includes two terraces overlooking the garden, with its principal façade oriented towards Franciszkańska Street. It is notable for…

 

 
Palace Spaces
Palace Spaces
The palace contains historic and elegantly appointed interiors.
 

The interior spaces comprise a study, dining room, drawing rooms, and a ceremonial staircase decorated with Mannerist and Baroque ornamentation.

The building houses conference rooms and exhibition spaces. It also contains collections presenting the history of the University of Łódź. Representative halls

 

 

The Palace in the Present Day

The Palace in the Present Day

The Palace houses interfaculty units, research centres, and artistic ensembles, including:

  • Social Innovation Centre
  • Jerzy Giedroyc Centre
  • Ceraneum
  • Asian Affairs Centre
  • Academic Choir of the University of Łódź

The Palace also holds collections illustrating the history of the University of Łódź, the lives of its academic staff and students, as well as a dedicated room commemorating the University’s first Rector, Professor Tadeusz Kotarbiński.

The building further contains the collection of Andrzej Różycki, an artist who passed away in 2021 and had been associated since the 1960s with Łódź’s progressive and avant-garde artistic milieu.

Various events are held at the Palace, including concerts and lectures.

The former carriage house now hosts the “1/5 Gallery”, where temporary exhibitions are presented.

Visiting the Palace and the University of Łódź Memorial Room
Visiting the Palace and the University of Łódź Memorial Room
The Palace and the Memorial Room dedicated to the history of the University of Łódź can be visited free of charge by prior arrangement and confirmation of the date.
 

To arrange a visit:

Please contact us by email at: palac@uni.lodz.pl or by phone at: (+48) 42 665 56 45.

 

 
Rental of Rooms and Outdoor Areas
Rental of Rooms and Outdoor Areas
We invite you to the Palace, where history meets a unique atmosphere, and the surrounding greenery provides the perfect setting for any event.
 

With us, you can organise:

  • a conference, training session, or workshop
    a jubilee celebration, gala, or concert
    a photo shoot or recording session
    an elegant reception, and more
  • Contact: palac@uni.lodz.pl | Tel.…

 

 
Wedding Ceremony at the Palace
Wedding Ceremony at the Palace
A unique “I do” in a magical setting — a place that will make this day an unforgettable experience.
 

By choosing the ceremony, you will receive:

an elegant hall for the ceremony,
a space for a toast and celebration,
the park and terraces – an ideal setting for photographs that will remain a lasting memory,
parking facilities

 

 

Location

ul. Franciszkańska 1/5, 91-431 Łódź

The Biedermann Palace is located in the center of Łódź. Situated opposite the Old Town Park, it is separated from the Poznański Family Palace and the Manufaktura Shopping and Entertainment Centre. Nearby is also the city’s prominent thoroughfare, Piotrkowska Street.

Contact

If you need to get in touch with us, please contact:

Email: palac@uni.lodz.pl
Phone: (+42) 665 56 45, 665 56 55, 665 56 27

Architectural Details

Representative Spaces within the Palace

Sień
Sala kominkowa
Sala koncertowa
Gabinet
Sala kolebkowa
Sala kolebkowa
Sala zielona
Klatka drewniana

Gallery of Featured Events

Concerts

Funduszepleu
Projekt Multiportalu UŁ współfinansowany z funduszy Unii Europejskiej w ramach konkursu NCBR