#MUSEUMS
Warsaw Rising Museum
The 1944 Warsaw Uprising was one of the biggest acts of resistance against the Nazis in Europe during WWII and led to almost complete annihilation of the city. This interactive Museum tells the story of tragic events of August and Spetember of 1944 in an innovative way, taking you on an enthralling journey through the history of Warsovians’ struggle for independence. It’s also one of the very few museums in Warsaw open on Mondays. What’s more, on this particular day, it’s free of charge.
Where: Muzeum Powstania Warszawskiego (Warsaw Rising Museum)
Map: click to open
When: 8am-6pm, Thursdays: 10am-8pm. Closed on Tuesdays
How much: free on Mondays; 14/10 standard/reduced PLN on all other days
Details: click here
#CINEMA
‘Traffic police’ -great Polish movie with English subtitles
Get to know the ugly face of Poland.One of the best Polish moviemakers, Wojtek Smarzowski shows the story of 7 policemen from the traffic section with all their hardship,courage,cowerdness and brutality. It’s not only the set of random shocking situations but a deep and bitter vision of the Polish society.
Where: Kinoteka (cinema in Palace of Science and Culture)
Map: click to open
When: 2.40 pm
How much: 20 pln (regular price)
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#SPORTS
City Sports get a venue in an art museum!
Head to the temporary location of Warsaw’s art museum to see some of Warsaw’s finest street sportsmen at the City Sports Plaza’s grand opening this weekend. Attractions include sled-rollerblades, skateboard rink, a VHS lounge, a fresh-air gym and works by the likes of Shaun Gladwell and Raphael Zarka. All for free, too! This will be fun even if it rains!
Where: Skwer Sportów Miejskich (City Sports Plaza) in Museum of Modern Art Warsaw, ul. Pańska 3
Map: click to open
When: 12-10PM thru March 3rd
How much: free admission
Details: click here
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