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Discover the 'Łączy nas Kazimierz Górski' Exhibition in Płońsk: A Tribute to Poland's Legendary Football Coach

Delve into the inspiring biography and career highlights of Kazimierz Górski through captivating historical photographs.

This special exhibition, 'Łączy nas Kazimierz Górski', celebrates the enduring legacy of the renowned Polish football coach. Visitors to Płońsk can explore twenty panels featuring one hundred photographs that meticulously chronicle his impactful life and remarkable career achievements. Organized by the Museum of Sport and Tourism, it offers an in-depth look at his journey from Lviv to leading the national team to historic victories.

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Exhibition summary

This exhibition, "Łączy nas Kazimierz Górski" (Kazimierz Górski Connects Us), commemorates the 100th anniversary of the birth of the legendary Polish football coach. Presented across twenty panels with one hundred photographs, it chronicles his life and career from his birthplace in Lviv to his greatest achievements with the national team and clubs. The exhibition was organized by the Museum of Sport and Tourism in collaboration with the Kazimierz Górski Foundation.

Curatorial context

The exhibition "Łączy nas Kazimierz Górski" was opened on December 17, 2021, at the Municipal Sports and Recreation Center in Płońsk, marking the 100th anniversary of the birth of the celebrated Polish football coach. Prepared jointly by the Museum of Sport and Tourism and the Kazimierz Górski Foundation, the exhibition offers a comprehensive look at Górski's life and career through twenty panels and one hundred photographs. Visitors can explore his football journey, starting from his birthplace in Lviv, through his most significant successes with both club and national teams, and concluding with his later life in Warsaw. Under Kazimierz Górski's guidance, the Polish national football team achieved remarkable milestones, including a historic 1-1 draw against England at Wembley on October 17, 1973, which led to qualification for the 1974 World Cup in West Germany, where they secured third place. The team also won two Olympic medals: a gold in 1972 and a silver four years later. The exhibition in Płońsk serves as a culmination of the anniversary celebrations for the "Coach of the Millennium." In 2021, this exhibition was also displayed in Lviv, at the National Stadium, Łódź, Białystok, and Lutsk in Ukraine.

Admission and ticket notes

Information regarding ticketing or admission for this specific exhibition at the Municipal Sports and Recreation Center in Płońsk is not provided on this page. Visitors are typically directed to the venue's official website for admission details. Entry to the exhibition might be part of the venue's general admission policy or require a separate ticket, but this is not specified here.

Łączy nas Kazimierz Górski key exhibition facts

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Museum of Sport and Tourism
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Open now
Exhibition schedule
From Dec 17, 2021
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The exhibition "Łączy nas Kazimierz Górski" was prepared by the Museum of Sport and Tourism and the Kazimierz Górski Foundation. Key attendees at the opening included Sławomir Majcher (Director of the Museum of Sport and Tourism), Dariusz Górski (son of the coach), Andrzej Strejlau (renowned coach and Kazimierz Górski's assistant), and Andrzej Pietrasik (Mayor of Płońsk).
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