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Passion for Basketball: Celebrating 100 Years of Polonia Warszawa Basketball History

Explore the remarkable legacy of this pioneering club's men's and women's teams in Polish sports history.

This compelling exhibition at the Museum of Sport and Tourism commemorates a century of basketball excellence at Polonia Warszawa. Learn about the club's foundational role in popularizing basketball in Poland since 1925, showcasing the significant contributions and journey of both its renowned men's and women's teams. Organized with KKS Polonia Warszawa, this display offers a detailed look into the club's enduring passion for the sport.

About Pasja do koszykówki. 100 lat basketu Polonii Warszawa at Museum of Sport and Tourism in Warsaw

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Exhibition summary

This exhibition commemorates the 100-year history of basketball at Polonia Warszawa, one of the pioneering clubs that popularized the sport in Poland. It showcases the journey of both the men's and women's teams, highlighting their significant contributions to Polish basketball.

Curatorial context

Basketball, invented in the late 19th century, saw a significant breakthrough in popularity in Warsaw around 1925. Polonia Warszawa played a crucial role in this development, becoming one of the strongest teams from the 1930s onwards. The exhibition 'Passion for Basketball. 100 years of Polonia Warszawa Basketball' delves into the history of both the men's and women's basketball teams of the renowned 'Black Shirts'. Organized by the Museum of Sport and Tourism and KKS Polonia Warszawa, this exhibition offers a detailed look at the club's century-long passion for the sport.

Admission and ticket notes

Information about tickets and opening hours can be found on the museum's website under the 'Visit' section. Separate ticket details for this exhibition are not explicitly mentioned, suggesting it may be included with general museum admission or require specific booking procedures to be confirmed on site.

Pasja do koszykówki. 100 lat basketu Polonii Warszawa key exhibition facts

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Venue
Museum of Sport and Tourism
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
Nov 26, 2025 – Feb 1, 2026
Artist line / attribution
Organized by the Museum of Sport and Tourism and KKS Polonia Warszawa.
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