The Great Armoury was built in 1600-09 on the medieval line of the city walls. A working arsenal until the 1800s, the armoury remains the finest example of Renaissance architecture in the city. It was designed by Opperghen and is the most impressive of his works in Gdańsk. The well-like structure in front was used as an elevator to transport gunpowder and cannon balls from their storage place in the basement. The armoury was badly damaged in WWII and rebuilt. It is now closed to the public.
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Am i not right in thinking that the Great Armoury is home to the art school? It certainly used to be. It was only a year ago I think that I saw an exhibition of graduating students' work in one of the main halls. So 'closed to the public'? I'm not sure.