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Discover "Noc Muzeów 2014": A Dynamic Museum Night Exhibition in Warsaw

This past event showcased thrilling sports demonstrations, athlete interactions, and a fascinating display of vintage rally cars.

The Museum of Sport and Tourism in Warsaw hosted "Noc Muzeów 2014" on May 17, 2014. This past Museum Night event brought a dynamic program of cultural experiences and interactive sporting activities to the city. Attendees enjoyed judo demonstrations, samurai fights, fencing sessions, and energetic Zumba classes. Highlights included vintage rally car displays and screenings of compelling sports films.

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Exhibition summary

The Museum of Sport and Tourism in Warsaw hosted 'Noc Muzeów 2014' (Museum Night 2014) on May 17, 2014. This special event featured a variety of attractions, including judo demonstrations with Olympic champion Paweł Nastula, samurai fight shows, fencing with Aleksandra Socha, Zumba classes, and displays of vintage rally cars. Visitors could also watch sports and mountaineering films and interact with historical sports reenactors.

Curatorial context

On May 17, 2014, the Museum of Sport and Tourism in Warsaw held its annual 'Noc Muzeów' (Museum Night) event, welcoming thousands of visitors. The evening was filled with a diverse range of sporting activities and cultural experiences. Attendees enjoyed a judo demonstration and training session led by Olympic champion Paweł Nastula and his club, alongside impressive samurai fight performances by Kamui. Fencing champion Aleksandra Socha also offered visitors a chance to try their hand with a sword and even spar with her. The event included energetic Zumba sessions led by Sylwia Włodek, captivating younger audiences. Outside the museum, a display of vintage rally cars, including Fiat 125s and 126s, Porsches, and a Dakar rally truck belonging to Grzegorz Baran, drew significant attention. A specially designed track allowed visitors to experience remote-controlled car racing. Inside, a cinema screened sports and mountaineering films, complementing an exhibition associated with the XXI Mountaineering Film Review. Collaborations with the Historical Sports Society provided opportunities for photos in historical costumes and learning sports trivia. The event also featured a demonstration by the Crusaders American football team, showcasing equipment and basic techniques. The entire night was hosted by Bogdan Saternus.

Admission and ticket notes

The event was part of 'Noc Muzeów' (Museum Night), which typically allows general museum access for visitors. The provided schedule indicates museum visiting hours from 19:00 to 02:00, suggesting broad access for the event.

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From May 17, 2014
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Special guests and participants included Paweł Nastula (Olympic champion, judo), Aleksandra Socha (fencing champion), Sylwia Włodek (ZUMBA instructor), Grzegorz Baran (rally driver), the Kamui samurai show, the Crusaders American football team, and host Bogdan Saternus.
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