Polski golf: Tracing the Rich History and Development of Golf in Poland at the Museum of Sport and Tourism.

This exhibition delves into the history of golf in Poland, with a particular focus on the last two decades and the development of golf infrastructure and clubs. It showcases artifacts and stories related to the sport's evolution in the country.

The 'Polski golf' exhibition, launched on April 24th, commemorates the 20th anniversary of the Polish Golf Association and explores the indigenous history of golf, especially within the last twenty years. The exhibition details the dynamic growth of golf courses and the establishment of golf clubs in Poland. While the Museum of Sport and Tourism's collection of golf memorabilia is modest, it includes early items like a men's and women's golf set from 1955 and a valuable Scottish set with clubs, balls, and accessories. The exhibition highlights golf's late adoption in Poland during the interwar period, contrasting it with its long-established presence in Scotland and England. It recounts the establishment of the first golf course in Poland in 1924 in Szczawno-Zdrój, and notes its status as a sport for the elite in the 1920s and 30s, with prominent figures like Count Alfred Potocki and the French ambassador playing a role. The text also touches upon the post-war suppression of golf in Poland due to its elite status, contrasting it with its current, albeit still somewhat exclusive, position. Initiated by Wojciech Pijanowski and Elżbieta Panas, the exhibition features chronologically arranged displays, including reproductions of historical documents and artifacts from the British Museum St Andrews, such as early rules, portraits, and images of golf courses. It also presents materials from Polish museums and archives, featuring maps of golf courses, photographs of influential figures, and documents related to golf clubs and associations. Notable exhibits include 19th-century golf clubs, a rare golf club with a porcelain head, Adam Gubatty's 1932 book on golf, and records from various Polish golf clubs and associations. The exhibition also dedicates space to memorabilia of prominent Polish golfers and sports personalities who enjoy golf, alongside 3D processed photos of early Polish golf courses. Interactive elements like symbolic golf holes, a golf simulator, and multimedia presentations further enhance the visitor experience.

The exhibition is presented on the fourth floor and visitors are invited to try golf in both real and virtual dimensions. Specific ticketing details are not provided on this page, but general museum visit information can be found under the 'Wizyta' (Visit) section of the website, which includes links to opening hours and tickets for the museum itself, implying exhibition access may be included with general admission or follow museum ticketing policies.