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Discover the unique cultural heritage of southern Poland's Żywiec region at this special family workshop. We'll be finding out all about local customs and traditions and decorating our own wooden toy under the watchful eye of master toymaker, Tadeusz Leśniak, from the Wooden Toy Centre in Stryszawa.

January in Poland is a time of celebration and carol singing, and what better place to learn some of the best-known and loved Polish carols than at the headquaters of Mazowsze National Folk Song and Dance Ensemble! Suitable for all ages and levels of experience, this workshop is guarenteed to be a unique musical and cultural experience.

Please note that the Centre for Polish Folklore will be closed between 24 and 26 December, between 30 December and 1 January and on 6 January 2025. We wish all our visitors a very happy Christmas!

The Christmas season is rich in tradition and December in Poland is a time of anticipation and preparation for many. Find out more about Polish Christmas traditions at the Centre for Polish Folklore this December, on this special tour of our permanent exhibition.

Create unique, handpainted glass baubles based on folk craft from the Warmia region, where Christmas trees started to appear by the start of the twentieth century. This workshop - part of the Karolin Christmas Market - is suitable for adults and children alike.

The annual Karolin Christmas market is back, so join us for a weekend filled with festive spirit! Get ahead with your Christmas shopping, sample local specialities and join our Christmas craft workshops. On both days we’ll also be showing Mazowsze’s signature Christmas production, "Betlejem Polskie".

Get into the Christmas spirit and create a stunning wreath with natural foliage, ribbons, pine cones and dried fruit. This workshop is suitable for adults and children alike.

Join us on 30 November to experience the traditions and culture of the Warmia region. We’ll be discovering its fascinating history, hosting an embroidery workshop and inviting you to dance the evening away! This is an unmissable occasion to experience local culture, learn some dance steps, enjoy live music and sample traditional culinary specialities. We look forward to seeing you in Karolin!

Join us on Sunday 17 November for a fascinating family workshop focusing on the cultural heritage and traditions of the Warmia region. We’ll be taking a close look at local costumes and ways of dressing as well as discovering popular local songs and dances.