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Commemorating a Centenary: The 'Faster, Higher, Further' Exhibition on Polish Athletics History

Delve into the inspiring journey of Polish athletics through rare artifacts and Olympic memorabilia.

The 'Faster, Higher, Further' exhibition celebrates the 100th anniversary of the Polish Athletics Association, Poland's oldest sports federation. Visitors can explore the rich history of Polish athletics, often called the 'queen of sports', through more than a hundred fascinating exhibits. Discover medals, trophies, awards, photographs, and personal memorabilia from legendary Olympic champions and national heroes.

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Exhibition summary

This exhibition commemorates the centenary of the Polish Athletics Association, showcasing the rich history of the sport in Poland. It features over a hundred exhibits, including medals, trophies, and personal memorabilia from legendary Polish athletes.

Curatorial context

The exhibition "Faster, Higher, Further. 100 years of the Polish Athletics Association" marks the centenary of Poland's oldest sports federation, the Polish Athletics Association (PZLA). Opened on April 5th, the exhibition delves into the rich history of Polish athletics, often called the 'queen of sports'. It presents over a hundred exhibits that illuminate the achievements of prominent figures such as Olympic champions Halina Konopacka, Janusz Kusociński, Irena Szewińska, and Tomasz Majewski, alongside numerous other medalists. The displayed items include medals, trophies, awards, photographs, archival documents, equipment, and attire, offering a comprehensive look at the careers of these athletes and the coaches who supported them. Artifacts directly related to the PZLA itself, such as its first statute and early championship records, are also featured. The exhibits are drawn from the collections of the Museum of Sport and Tourism in Warsaw, the Polish Athletics Association, and private contributions from athletes and their families, with notable loans from figures like Artur Partyka and the family of Kamila Skolimowska.

Admission and ticket notes

The exhibition is housed within the Museum of Sport and Tourism in Warsaw, with general admission information likely available through the museum's ticketing section. Specific details regarding entry fees or booking requirements for this particular exhibition are not provided on this page, beyond it being accessible in 'Galeria -1 Centrum Olimpijskiego'. Visitors are directed to the museum's general visiting information for further details.

Faster, Higher, Further. 100 years of the Polish Athletics Association key exhibition facts

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Venue
Museum of Sport and Tourism
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
Apr 5, 2019 – Apr 23, 2019
Artist line / attribution
The exhibition honors Polish athletes and coaches, including Olympic champions Halina Konopacka, Janusz Kusociński, Irena Szewińska, Elżbieta Krzesińska, Józef Szmidt, Tadeusz Ślusarski, Robert Korzeniowski, Tomasz Majewski, Artur Partyka, Jacek Wszoła, Władysław Kozakiewicz, Grażyna Rabsztyn, and Kamila Skolimowska, as well as coaches like Edward Bugała, Janusz Szewiński, and Roman Wszoła. It also acknowledges contributions from the Polish Athletics Association (PZLA) and the Museum of Sport and Tourism in Warsaw.
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