The unique, family Forging Museum is located in Bieńkowice.
The historical forge of the Socha family, with traditions dating back to 1702, is built on the site of the wooden one which was demolished in 1840. In the museum, that is located in the direct neighborhood to an existing, operating forge, is a collection of machines, equipment and blacksmith tools gathered and collected by the Socha family throughout nine generations. The exhibits contain (among others things) tools for shoeing horses and equipment to shape the iron rim on wooden wheels. A visit to the forge and the museum is also a fascinating meeting with its hosts – Jan Socha and his son Robert, who personally show visitors around the facility presenting the history of a Socha blacksmith family in an interesting way. On a special request, visitors can witness the show of traditional blacksmithing and see for example how to make a horseshoe. Visiting is possible after prior arrangement.
