Private Polish-American Museum "Hell's Angel" in Wadowice

The Private Polish-American Museum “Hell's Angel” in Wadowice was founded in 1991 on the initiative of a collector and regional enthusiast. In 2012 his son took over running it.

The “Hell's Angel” bomber

The exhibition is devoted to the American B-24 Liberator bomber named “Hell's Angel”. The aircraft was shot down on 13 September 1944 after a raid on the chemical works in Oświęcim and crashed in Zygodowice. The collections include memorabilia of the crew: photographs, documents, personal belongings and parts of the aircraft.

Other collections

The museum also shows American military equipment, that is, uniforms and gear, and the history of Polish-American brotherhood in arms.

Nearby

The museum is in the centre, right next to the Family Home of John Paul II.

Practical information

• Visits are possible after arranging a date by telephone.
• Check the telephone number and current rules before your visit; the source does not give them.