Krasiński family

The House of Krasiński (plural: Krasińscy) is the surname of a Polish noble family. Krasińska is the feminine form. The name derives from the village of Krasne in Masovia. The family dates from the 14th century. Its members were landowners and politically active in Masovia, Lithuania and Halychyna. The Krasiński family has produced officers, politicians (including voivodes of Poland, members of the Senate of Poland) and bishops. One of the most renowned members of the Krasiński family is the 19th-century poet, Zygmunt Krasiński, one of Poland's Three Bards.

Krasiński
Current regionPoland
Place of originKrasne, Masovian Voivodeship, Poland

The House of Krasiński is an esteemed noble family in Poland that has left a lasting impact on the country's politics, culture, and literature. Renowned for their significant contributions, the Krasiński family holds a prominent place in Polish history, and their influence on Polish society is widely recognized and appreciated even in the present day. Their legacy remains celebrated, serving as a testament to their enduring significance.

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