Warsaw
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Projekt Praga: A Deep Dive into the Urban Transformation of Warsaw's Historic Praga District

Understand the genesis and evolution of Praga's architecture, streets, and public spaces within this insightful exhibition.

The Projekt Praga exhibition explores the multifaceted urban development of Warsaw's Praga district. It investigates the historical context and continuous transformations that have shaped its buildings, streets, and public spaces. This presentation offers fundamental knowledge for understanding the district's past and present, sparking discussions on its future trajectory.

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Exhibition summary

This exhibition explores the ongoing development and transformation of Warsaw's Praga district, examining the reasons behind its current appearance and historical context. It delves into the evolution of its buildings, streets, and public spaces, inviting reflection on urban change.

Curatorial context

Praga is presented as an ever-evolving project, shaped by numerous ideas, plans, decisions, and continuous transformations. This exhibition seeks to understand why this part of Warsaw looks the way it does today. It narrates the genesis and current state of some tenements and factories, describes the history of its green avenues, and discusses the significance of the Praga Park and the railway line, as well as the past and present roles of Targowa Street. The exhibition aims to provide fundamental knowledge that can be useful in the ongoing debate about the direction of changes occurring in Praga. While focusing on a specific fragment of Praga Północ (North Praga), the issues raised are universal and can spark similar discussions, interest, admiration, or concern in other districts of Warsaw and even other cities. The exhibition's creative team includes curators and scenario authors Ewa Kalnoj-Ziajkowska and Adam Lisiecki, with a spatial and design concept by Klementyna Świeżewska. The visual identity was designed by Joanna Bębenek. Contributions from various artists, photographers, and production staff, alongside materials from numerous institutions and private individuals, brought the exhibition to life. The detailed colophon lists these key contributors and supporting entities, highlighting the collaborative nature of presenting this complex urban narrative.

Admission and ticket notes

Information about ticketing is not directly provided on this page. Visitors are encouraged to refer to the museum's official channels for admission details and related events surrounding the exhibition. An associated event link is provided for related activities, but specific entry requirements are absent here.

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Venue
Praga Museum of Warsaw
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
May 20, 2017 – Sep 30, 2017
Artist line / attribution
Curated and authored by Ewa Kalnoj-Ziajkowska and Adam Lisiecki, with a spatial design by Klementyna Świeżewska and graphic design by Joanna Bębenek. The exhibition features contributions from various artists, photographers, and numerous institutions and individuals.
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