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Celebrating a Century of Polish Rowing: The 'Lucky Thirteen' Exhibition at the Museum of Sport and Tourism

Journey through 100 years of the Polish Rowing Association, highlighting Olympic triumphs and historical memorabilia.

This exhibition at the Museum of Sport and Tourism commemorates the centenary of the Polish Rowing Association. Visitors can explore the significant role of the 'lucky thirteen' in Polish rowing history, from founding members to Olympic medal counts since WWII. Discover a rich collection of artifacts, historic photographs, trophies, and the actual boat used by Olympic champions Tomasz Kucharski and Robert Sycz.

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Exhibition summary

This exhibition commemorates the 100-year history of the Polish Rowing Association (PZTW), tracing its origins from 1919. It highlights the significance of the number thirteen in Polish rowing, referencing both the founding members and the number of medals won by Polish rowers at the Olympic Games since WWII. The exhibition showcases historical artifacts, photos, trophies, and medals.

Curatorial context

The exhibition 'Szczęśliwa Trzynastka' (Lucky Thirteen) marks the centenary of the Polish Rowing Association (PZTW), founded on December 8, 1919, by thirteen representatives of rowing societies and clubs in Poznań. The title 'Lucky Thirteen' also refers to the thirteen Olympic medals won by Polish rowers since the end of World War II. The exhibition features a rich collection of historical items, including memorabilia, photographs, trophies, and medals, that illustrate the development of rowing in Poland. A notable exhibit is the original boat used by Tomasz Kucharski and Robert Sycz, who won two Olympic gold medals and six World Championship titles with it. The opening ceremony also included discussions about the preparations and expectations for Polish rowers at the upcoming World Championships and the Tokyo Olympics, with quotes from PZTW President Ryszard Stadniuk and Olympic champion Tomasz Kucharski, who donated his Sydney 2000 gold medal to the museum.

Admission and ticket notes

The exhibition is hosted at the Museum of Sport and Tourism. Specific ticketing details are not provided on this page, but general museum visit information, including ticket purchasing, is available via the 'Visit' section of the website.

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Venue
Museum of Sport and Tourism
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
Aug 25, 2019 – Sep 22, 2019
Artist line / attribution
The exhibition features contributions from Polish rowers, including Olympic champions Tomasz Kucharski and Robert Sycz. Quotes from Ryszard Stadniuk, President of the PZTW and FISA, and Tomasz Jagodziński, Director of the Museum of Sport and Tourism, are also included.
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