The 21st Olympic Picnic in Warsaw: Exploring Slavic Heritage and Traditional Sports
This historical event transformed Park Kępa Potocka into a vibrant celebration of ancient culture and engaging activities.
The 21st Olympic Picnic, organized by the Museum of Sport and Tourism in Warsaw, offered a unique journey into the world of Slavs from 10 centuries ago. Visitors immersed themselves in historical reenactments, participated in archery, and learned about medieval combat. Engaging workshops focused on traditional bread making and herb crafts provided hands-on experiences for everyone. The event also featured a creative contest and a museum knowledge quiz.
About 21. PIKNIK OLIMPIJSKI at Museum of Sport and Tourism in Warsaw
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Exhibition summary
The 21st Olympic Picnic, held on May 25, 2019, transformed Park Kępa Potocka in Warsaw into a vibrant historical immersion into Slavic culture and early medieval games. Visitors engaged in activities like archery, historical reenactments, traditional games, and bread making, alongside a museum knowledge quiz and a photo booth.
Curatorial context
The 21st Olympic Picnic, organized by the Museum of Sport and Tourism in Warsaw, took place on May 25, 2019, in Warsaw's Kępa Potocka Park. The event offered a journey into the world of Slavs from 10 centuries ago, featuring a 'Slav's Wardrobe' exhibition on ancient clothing, photo opportunities in historical attire, and interactive zones. Visitors could participate in an archery range, learn about medieval combat with safe swords and shields, and play various outdoor and early medieval games. Activities also included traditional plebeian games like stilts walking and rope games, as well as baking unleavened bread and herb workshops. Throughout the day, a 'Museum's Wheel of Fortune' tested visitors' sports knowledge, with a souvenir photo booth also available.
A creative contest for the Museum's mascot was also held, inviting children and youth to draw inspiration for the institution's new symbol. The most creative entries would be awarded with BMX bikes. The contest results were announced at 4:00 PM, and downloadable application forms and contest rules were provided.
Admission and ticket notes
The event was a picnic, with activities like the 'Museum for a Zloty' program and other educational offerings mentioned on the site, suggesting general museum access or event participation policies might apply. Specific ticketing details for this particular picnic event are not provided, but a contest application form and rules are available for download.
21. PIKNIK OLIMPIJSKI key exhibition facts
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Venue
Museum of Sport and Tourism
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
May 25, 2019 – May 25, 2019
Artist line / attribution
Information not currently available
Warsaw
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