Karolin - Centre for Polish Folklore

Celebrate National Independence Day and immerse yourself in Polish history and culture at the Centre for Polish Folklore in Karolin. Discover traditional costumes, music and dances, their significance in the struggle for Polish independence, and join our "national" dance workshop, led by Mazowsze Ensemble performers.

This workshop focuses on dances popular in the Sieradz region in Central Poland: the owijok, oberek and polka. Mazowsze Ensemble's performers will teach their basic steps and figures, before introducing participants to the stage forms adopted by the Ensemble. The workshop is open to all adults, irrespective of dance experience.

Explore the fascinating culture of the Sieradz region at the Centre for Polish Folklore. We'll be investigating traditional clothing, music, dance and old-style decorations, making our own, unique paper cut outs to take home as a souvenir.

Join us on 27 September for a day of music, dance and traditional craft. There'll be instruments, costumes, looms and culinary specialities to sample, all courtesy of special guests from the Sieradz region.

Please note that due to maintenance work, the Centre for Polish Folklore in Karolin will be closed to visitors on Saturday 30 August 2025. It will reopen on Sunday 31 August at 10am. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

Join us in Karolin for a special reading of selected works of Jan Kochanowski, as part of the 2025 National Reading campaign.

Visit us in Karolin to celebrate the Centre for Polish Folklore's 4th birthday, with free entry to the permanent exhibition and the chance to make a special Mazowsze-themed souvenir of your visit.

Please note that due to maintenance work, the Centre for Polish Folklore in Karolin will be closed to visitors between 19 and 22 August 2025. Karolin Park will be open as usual during this time.

The theme of this year's Summer in Karolin will be music and musical instruments. Join us for a series of events which will get you playing, singing, dancing and creating as we discover the fascinating musical traditions of a range of Polish regions.