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Polish Paralympic Legacy: PyeongChang 2018 Exhibition at Museum of Sport and Tourism

Explore the inspiring achievements and heritage of Polish para-athletes and their contributions to sports history.

Step into the world of Polish Paralympic sport at the Museum of Sport and Tourism. This exhibition delves into the rich history of the movement, highlighting the dedication and achievements of athletes leading up to the PyeongChang 2018 Winter Games. Visitors can explore their inspiring journeys and the significant impact on national sports heritage, presented in collaboration with the Polish Paralympic Committee.

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Exhibition summary

This exhibition commemorates the upcoming XII Paralympic Winter Games in PyeongChang, scheduled from March 9-18, 2018. It focuses on the history of the Polish Paralympic movement and its athletes, showcasing their achievements and contributions to sports heritage. The museum collaborates with the Polish Paralympic Committee to highlight these inspiring stories.

Curatorial context

The exhibition "Paraolimpijczycy odliczają - 50 dni do Pjongczangu" marks the 50-day countdown to the XII Paralympic Winter Games, which were set to begin on March 9, 2018. It serves as a platform to explore the rich history and significant achievements of the Polish Paralympic movement. The Museum of Sport and Tourism in Warsaw, in collaboration with the Polish Paralympic Committee (PZPar), aims to create a comprehensive space dedicated to this aspect of Polish sports heritage. The exhibition highlights the dedication of Polish para-athletes, who are described not as individuals with disabilities, but as athletes striving for top results on international stages. Artifacts from prominent para-athletes, including Paralympic champions Katarzyna Rogowiec (cross-country skiing) and Dariusz Pender (wheelchair fencing), have been donated to the museum's collection, enriching its offerings. The museum's director, Tomasz Jagodziński, expressed enthusiasm for this collaboration, emphasizing the museum's role in preserving sports legacy. The event also saw participation from Minister of Sport and Tourism, Witold Bańka, and noted the support from sponsors like 4F and PKN ORLEN, underscoring the growing recognition and support for para-sports in Poland.

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Paraolimpijczycy odliczają - 50 dni do Pjongczangu key exhibition facts

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Venue
Museum of Sport and Tourism
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
Mar 9, 2018 – Mar 18, 2018
Artist line / attribution
The exhibition features contributions and donated artifacts from Paralympic athletes including Katarzyna Rogowiec (Paralympic champion in cross-country skiing) and Dariusz Pender (Paralympic champion in wheelchair fencing). It also highlights the participation of approximately 10 Polish athletes in disciplines such as alpine skiing, cross-country skiing, biathlon, and parasnowboarding at the PyeongChang games, with mentions of Igor Sikorski, Maciej Krężel, Iweta Faron, Witold Skupień, Kamil Rosiek, Łukasz Kubica, Piotr Garbowski, and Wojciech Taraba.
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