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Exploring Kurpie Land Traditions and Folk Customs: The Gromniczna MHPRL Event in Warsaw

This cultural event in Warsaw showcased the rich heritage of Kurpie through historical commemorations and traditional music.

The 'Gromniczna MHPRL – Tradycje i obyczaje ziemi kurpiowskiej' event highlighted the unique cultural heritage of the Kurpie region. Attendees experienced a special program at the Museum of the History of the Polish People's Movement, which included a tribute to Adam Chętnik and a vibrant performance by the Kurpie Akademia Smyczkowa, celebrating Polish traditions and folk customs.

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Exhibition summary

An event titled 'Gromniczna MHPRL – Traditions and customs of the Kurpie land' was held on January 30, 2026, at the Museum of the History of the Polish People's Movement in Warsaw. The event featured a program including a summary of the 140th anniversary of Adam Chętnik's birth and a artistic performance by the Kurpie Akademia Smyczkowa.

Curatorial context

The event 'Gromniczna MHPRL – Traditions and customs of the Kurpie land' took place on January 30, 2026, at the Museum of the History of the Polish People's Movement in Warsaw. The program included an opening by the museum's director, Janusz Gmitruk. A key part of the event was the summary of the 140th anniversary of Adam Chętnik's birth, presented by Jacek and Danuta Chętnik, followed by a promotion of commemorative publications dedicated to Adam Chętnik by dr. Mateusz Ratyński. The event also featured an artistic performance by the Kurpie Akademia Smyczkowa, directed by Paweł Dąbkowski, with musicians Agata Dąbkowska, Paweł Dąbkowski, Szymon Ropiak, Paulina Bziukiewicz, and featuring violin, basetla, lira korbowa, accordion, and singing. The event concluded with joint caroling and refreshments.

Admission and ticket notes

The event was held at the museum's seat in Warsaw, with the program details provided. No specific ticketing information is mentioned, implying it was likely part of general museum admission or a free public event as detailed in the program.

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Museum of the Polish Peasant Movement
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From Jan 30, 2026
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Featuring performances by the Kurpie Akademia Smyczkowa, directed by Paweł Dąbkowski, with musicians Agata Dąbkowska, Paweł Dąbkowski, Szymon Ropiak, and Paulina Bziukiewicz. The event also honored Adam Chętnik and included contributions from director dr. Janusz Gmitruk, and Jacek and Danuta Chętnikowie, with publication promotion by dr. Mateusz Ratyński.
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