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Farmacja na Uniwersytecie: Tracing Pharmacy History at the University of Warsaw Exhibition

Delve into the evolution of pharmacy education through historical documents and photographs from 1809 to WWII.

Discover 'Farmacja na Uniwersytecie,' an insightful exhibition at the University of Warsaw tracing the development of pharmacy. Explore centuries of medical education and practice through a rich collection of archival materials. This collaborative display offers a unique perspective on a vital academic discipline's historical journey.

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Exhibition summary

This temporary exhibition, 'Pharmacy at the University,' traces the history of pharmacy at the University of Warsaw from its establishment in 1809 until the outbreak of World War II. It showcases historical photographs, documents, and academic insignia related to the field's development.

Curatorial context

The temporary exhibition 'Farmacja na Uniwersytecie' (Pharmacy at the University) chronicles the evolution of pharmacy education and practice at the University of Warsaw. Its scope spans from 1809, the year the Pharmacy Cabinet was established within the School of Medicine, up to the beginning of World War II. By this time, pharmacy had secured its position as a recognized academic discipline, holding the status of a full faculty. The exhibition is presented through a series of display boards and large-format prints strategically placed within the exhibition space of the Old University of Warsaw Library (Stary BUW). Visitors can expect to see a rich collection of historical photographs, original documents from the era, faculty insignia, and representations of key locations significant to the history of pharmacy at the university. This exhibition is a collaborative project between the University of Warsaw Museum and the Antonina Leśniewska Museum of Pharmacy, a branch of the Museum of Warsaw.

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The page does not provide specific ticketing information. It is a temporary exhibition, and details regarding admission would likely be part of the general museum entry policy or require further inquiry.

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Venue
Antonina Leśniewska Museum of Pharmacy
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
Sep 7, 2017 – Oct 13, 2017
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