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Vivat Naród! Vivat Wolność! Vivat Kościuszko! A Historical Reenactment Event at the Polish Army Museum

Commemorate the 232nd anniversary of the Kościuszko Uprising with immersive reenactments and 18th-century Polish military history.

The Polish Army Museum invites you to "Vivat Naród! Vivat Wolność! Vivat Kościuszko!", a special historical event. Experience late 18th-century Polish history and the Kościuszko Uprising through immersive reenactments and military demonstrations. Explore period uniforms, traditional weapons, and interactive activities designed for families.

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Exhibition summary

This special event at the Polish Army Museum commemorates the 232nd anniversary of the Kościuszko Uprising with a day of historical reenactments, weapon demonstrations, and family activities. Visitors can immerse themselves in late 18th-century Polish history, experiencing military life from that era.

Curatorial context

The Polish Army Museum invites visitors to 'Vivat Naród! Vivat Wolność! Vivat Kościuszko!', a special event held on the Cytadela Warszawska to mark the 232nd anniversary of the Kościuszko Uprising. Taking place on March 21st from 12:00 to 18:00, the event transports attendees to the late 18th century, focusing on the struggle for freedom during Tadeusz Kościuszko's uprising. The day is packed with historical attractions suitable for families. Highlights include demonstrations of weapons and uniforms from the 1794 uprising, such as the iconic Krakuska caps and the kosynierów's scythes, alongside dynamic displays of Cossack saber fencing. Visitors can witness an 18th-century cannon firing and participate in educational workshops on Polish military attire and weaponry from the 18th and 19th centuries. Interactive attractions include a marksmanship station, a historical photo booth with period props, and a COBI construction zone. The event also features historical dance performances, a fashion show from the late 18th and early 19th centuries, and stalls from military units. A special concert by the Representative Artistic Ensemble of the Polish Army will take place at 16:00, culminating the day's historical immersion. Entry to the event is free, with free tickets required for the concert.

Admission and ticket notes

Admission to the main event is free. Free tickets are required for the concert at 16:00 and can be downloaded from bilety.muzeumwp.pl or collected at the museum's ticket office. The event is described as 'free entry', with specific instructions for concert tickets.

Vivat Naród! Vivat Wolność! Vivat Kościuszko! key exhibition facts

Review exhibition status, schedule, venue context, and attribution details for Vivat Naród! Vivat Wolność! Vivat Kościuszko! at Polish Army Museum in Warsaw

Venue
Polish Army Museum
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
Mar 21, 2026 – Mar 21, 2026
Artist line / attribution
Featuring the Representative Artistic Ensemble of the Polish Army for a special concert.
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