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'Kleszcze po lupa' (Ticks Under the Magnifying Glass) Exhibition at Royal Łazienki Museum

Engage with scientific lectures and interactive workshops to explore the biology of ticks and other parasites.

The 'Kleszcze po lupa' (Ticks Under the Magnifying Glass) exhibition at Royal Łazienki Museum invites you to explore the fascinating world of parasites. Through a series of engaging lectures and hands-on workshops, visitors can deepen their understanding of ticks, their biology, and their impact on health and environment. Sessions are designed for both adults and children, featuring insights from University of Warsaw researchers.

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Exhibition summary

This exhibition, titled 'Kleszcze po lupa' (Ticks Under the Magnifying Glass), features lectures and workshops focused on the world of parasites, with a particular emphasis on ticks. It offers an opportunity to learn about these creatures through engaging scientific presentations and hands-on activities suitable for various age groups.

Curatorial context

The event 'Kleszcze po lupa' (Ticks Under the Magnifying Glass) invites participants to explore the fascinating and often overlooked world of parasites, with a primary focus on ticks. Through a series of lectures and workshops, visitors can deepen their understanding of these creatures and their impact on our environment and health. The program includes sessions tailored for adults and youth (14+) and separate workshops for children aged 8-12 with their guardians. The lectures delve into the biology of ticks found in Poland and worldwide, discussing their habitats, dangerous species, and the transmission of pathogens. Workshops offer hands-on opportunities to observe ticks and other parasites under microscopes, examining their morphology and learning about their life cycles. These sessions aim to provide a safe and engaging way to learn about organisms that live around us, fostering scientific curiosity and awareness. Expert speakers, including researchers from the University of Warsaw, share their knowledge on tick-borne diseases, global tick distribution, and the impact of climate change on the spread of tick species.

Admission and ticket notes

Lectures are free to attend. Workshops are ticketed at 20 PLN per person, with tickets available for purchase at museum box offices and online. Some workshops may be sold out.

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Venue
Royal Łazienki Museum
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
Apr 7, 2026 – Apr 21, 2026
Artist line / attribution
Lectures and workshops led by dr Dorota Dwużnik-Szarek, mgr Wiktoria Romanek, and mgr Dagmara Wężyk.
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