The Museum of Sport and Tourism showcased a range of engaging historical activities and educational Olympic-themed workshops at the 18th Olympic Picnic in Warsaw's Kępa Potocka Park. Visitors experienced a medieval village setup, participating in sports like archery and fencing, alongside traditional culinary stations. Children enjoyed art workshops, creating Olympic torches and exploring symbols of the Rio 2016 Games, making it a memorable family event centered on sport history and cultural engagement.
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The Museum of Sport and Tourism participated in the 18th Olympic Picnic held in Warsaw. Their stand offered activities inspired by early medieval life, including archery, and educational workshops focused on the Olympic torch and symbols.
The Museum of Sport and Tourism actively participated in the 18th Olympic Picnic, an event that took place on June 11th in Warsaw's Kępa Potocka Park, just 55 days before the Rio de Janeiro Olympic Games. The museum's stand was set up in a medieval village theme, inviting visitors to engage in historical activities such as archery, sack throwing, and fencing lessons, aiming to illustrate the development of physical activity from the early Middle Ages to the end of the 16th century. These activities were designed to teach youth about speed, precision, strength, and patience within the context of Slavic settlement life. Additionally, a popular culinary station offered the chance to make and bake 'podpłomyki', a type of crisp flatbread. Children also participated in art workshops, creating their own Olympic torches and learning about the symbols of the Rio 2016 Games, with small gifts provided by the museum.
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