Squirrel House
ul. Floriańska 15
Squirrel, squirrel, shake your bushy tail!
Wrinkle up your little nose,
Hold a nut between your toes.
Squirrel, squirrel, shake your bushy tail!
(children’s song)
This Squirrel House has a long history in printing, medicine and pharmacy – none of which have anything to do with squirrels!* In the 18th century the building was home to the famous doctor and anatomist Rafał Czerwiakowski, founder of Kraków’s first surgical theatre. He was also famous for conducting the first ever public autopsy in the city. It also used to hold one of Kraków’s oldest pharmacies, named Under the Gold Star.
* The building is also home to the Consulate of Estonia. Can you find Estonia on the map?
ul. Floriańska 15