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Celebrating Kazimierz Górski: A Grand Exhibition of Polish Football History and Coaching Excellence

This tribute at the Sejm of the RP commemorates Górski's birth centenary and 1972 Olympic gold medal.

Discover the remarkable life and achievements of Kazimierz Górski, the revered "Coach of the Millennium," through this special exhibition. Held in the Sejm of the Republic of Poland, it showcases 20 insightful panels detailing his illustrious football and coaching journey. The display honors his birth centenary and the historic 50th anniversary of Poland's 1972 Munich Olympic football gold.

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Exhibition summary

This exhibition honors the "Coach of the Millennium," Kazimierz Górski, marking the 100th anniversary of his birth and the 50th anniversary of Poland's 1972 Munich Olympic football gold medal. It features 20 panels detailing his football and coaching career, from his birthplace to his greatest triumphs.

Curatorial context

Held in the Sejm of the Republic of Poland, this exhibition serves as a tribute to the late Kazimierz Górski, "Coach of the Millennium." The exhibition was organized to coincide with the centenary of his birth and also commemorates the 50th anniversary of the historic 1972 Munich Olympic gold medal won by the Polish national team under his guidance. The exhibition comprises 20 panels that chronologically trace Górski's journey, from his early life and football career in Lviv, through his extensive coaching achievements with national and club teams, culminating in his significant impact on Polish sports. The vernissage took place on March 8, 2022, with notable attendees including Piotr Zgorzelski, Deputy Marshal of the Sejm, and Kamil Bortniczuk, Minister of Sport and Tourism. The exhibition has previously been presented internationally, including in Lviv and Lutsk in Ukraine during 2021. It is a collaborative effort between the Museum of Sport and Tourism in Warsaw and the Kazimierz Górski Foundation, aiming to preserve and celebrate the legacy of one of Poland's most revered sports figures.

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The page does not provide specific ticketing information for this exhibition, as it was held in the Sejm of the Republic of Poland. Visitor access details related to this specific event are not available on this page.

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Venue
Museum of Sport and Tourism
Current status
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Exhibition schedule
From Mar 8, 2022
Artist line / attribution
Kazimierz Górski (honored), Andrzej Strejlau, Jerzy Kraska (attendees/figures associated with Górski's legacy)
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