{"id":32612,"date":"2026-03-26T15:35:23","date_gmt":"2026-03-26T15:35:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/new.mnk.pl\/education\/classes-teachers\/uzyj-muzeum-nowa-oferta-zajec-dla-mlodziezy\/"},"modified":"2026-05-16T08:55:33","modified_gmt":"2026-05-16T08:55:33","slug":"use-the-museum-a-new-programme-of-activities-for-young-people","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/new.mnk.pl\/en\/education\/classes-teachers\/use-the-museum-a-new-programme-of-activities-for-young-people\/","title":{"rendered":"Use the Museum \u2013 a new programme of activities for young people"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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What sort of museum activities would young people like to attend with their class? What would young people like to talk about, but don\u2019t always have the time or space for? \u201cu\u017bYJ muzeum\u201d is a programme of activities that pupils have prepared together with us, suggesting the topics themselves. Now they\u2019re inviting their peers to join in!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In 2026, we are offering the first 30 classes free access to selected activities (read below!). The project is being carried out in partnership with the PZU Foundation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cu\u017bYJ muzeum\u201d is an idea for an unconventional form period in a new setting. Or for a lesson in a different subject that\u2019s quite unlike the usual one. The creators of our new activities believe that art is a great inspiration for conversations about what matters most<\/strong>: it has a special power to spark discussion and the exchange (or change) of views, it allows us to better understand ourselves and others in a safe way, and it provokes reflections that no one had anticipated before. See how it works for you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The \u201cu\u017bYJ muzeum\u201d sessions are the result of a project in which we invited five groups of young people from different schools to collaborate (<\/strong>HERE<\/strong><\/a> you can read more about it)<\/strong>. The students suggested topics they consider important for people their age and, together with us, prepared lesson plans. Sets of materials and props were created, which can be used to run sessions in one of the MNK\u2019s three permanent galleries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A sense of agency, independence and giving a voice to young people were key to the project. And these are just as important in the new sessions, to which we are now inviting other groups. That is why these are self-guided sessions \u2013 because we want to hand the initiative over to the participants, give them scope for action and a sense that they have a say in what they are taking part in. The sessions are focused on practice, action and direct experience. They do not provide comprehensive knowledge on a given topic, but encourage personal reflection, discussion, asking questions, testing one\u2019s own skills and stirring emotions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Each group will approach them in their own way, reach their own conclusions, and value different elements. And that\u2019s great! We want the sessions to adapt to the group\u2019s needs, not the other way round.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Important information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The activities are self-guided \u2013 they are not led by a museum educator. You will work independently using the set of materials and props provided on site<\/strong>. We therefore recommend that you familiarise yourself in advance with the instructions we have prepared and provided below, which explain all the relevant organisational details and will help you get to grips with the proposed format of the activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How do I book a class?<\/span><\/div><\/div>
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Via the Information and Booking Centre, tel. 12 433 57 44 (extension: 2), Mon\u2013Fri: 9.00\u201316.00; email: rezerwacja@mnk.pl. Courses are available from 17 November 2025. Bookings can be made from 1 November 2025.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

How much does it cost?<\/span><\/div><\/div>
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Tickets cost 1 z\u0142 per person. On Tuesdays (free admission day), the sessions are free of charge.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

What age group are the classes aimed at?<\/span><\/div><\/div>
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For pupils in Years 7 and 8 of primary and secondary schools.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

What is the maximum number of people who can take part in the class?<\/span><\/div><\/div>
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The maximum group size is 30.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Who should I contact if I have any questions or would like to share my feedback?<\/span><\/div><\/div>
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Please contact the programme coordinator, Aleksandra Jaremko (MNK Education Department), email: ajaremko@mnk.pl<\/a>, tel. +48 124335542.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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Tematyka zaj\u0119\u0107<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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INTERVENTION. Form period<\/span><\/div>XX+XXI. Gallery of Polish Art, MNK Main Building (1 Aleja 3 Maja)<\/span><\/div>
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How can you help someone in a difficult situation? What are some ways to develop empathy and communication skills? Can art help us to better understand emotions \u2013 our own and those of the people around us?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

During the session, you\u2019ll take on acting roles to explore, in a practical way, how we react to difficult situations and how we communicate. The inspiration will, of course, be art \u2013 a certain impassive stone head and a disturbing photograph of a burning tree. Your focus will be not only on the power of words, but also on gestures, facial expressions and postures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ll have the chance to interpret works of art in your own way, seeking out those that best reflect the emotions you experience in your daily lives. You\u2019ll look closely not only at paintings and sculptures, but also at one another \u2013 there\u2019ll be plenty of time simply to exchange a kind word.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why is it worth it?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • You\u2019ll have the chance to get comfortable with your emotions and talking about them in a safe environment \u2013 our context is art and the proposed activities; you don\u2019t have to talk about your own experiences. Unless someone wants to \ud83d\ude42<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • You\u2019ll find time to think about practical life matters: how to have a good conversation, how to comfort someone, how to show what you\u2019re feeling<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • You\u2019ll learn something nice about yourselves<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Scriptwriters:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Students from the MNK Matejko State Secondary School of Fine Arts in Nowy Wi\u015bnicz<\/strong>: Gabriela Adamczyk, Jagoda Dekert, Aleksandra Ma\u0142yszek, Aleksandra Mruk, Julia Sarad, Matylda Krzywda; supervision<\/strong>: Ewelina Bochnak-Wojtanowicz<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    MNK coordination<\/strong>: Aleksandra Jaremko, Education Department<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Graphic design and production of materials<\/strong>: Sylwia Siudak-Bielecka<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

    BODY. Form period<\/span><\/div>Sources. Gallery of Ancient Art, MNK Arsenal (8 Pijarska Street)<\/span><\/div>
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    Do we feel comfortable with our own appearance? Is there a single definition of beauty when it comes to the human body? Who or what currently sets the standards and norms, and does this influence how we perceive ourselves and our bodies? In what situations does \u2018appearance matter\u2019, and when does it cease to be important?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Ancient culture and art created an ideal of beauty that was clearly linked to the human body\u2019s appearance. It became a subject of celebration and philosophical reflection. The human body remains at the centre of cultural interest today, particularly in popular culture. During the session, you will reflect together on the pros and cons of this. Through simple workshop exercises, you will discover that the \u2018ideal of beauty\u2019 can mean something different to everyone, and that diversity is the driving force behind your senses and emotions. The session will give you the opportunity to reinterpret popular beliefs, share your conclusions and play with \u201cbody language\u201d, in which there is also room for laughter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Why is it worth it?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    • You\u2019ll have the chance to get to grips with an emotionally charged topic by discussing it in a safe environment \u2013 our context is art and the proposed activities; there\u2019s no need to talk about your own experiences. Unless, of course, you want to \ud83d\ude42<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • You\u2019ll find time to think about practical life matters: there\u2019s no point in pretending we don\u2019t pay attention to appearance; yet the body is not just about looks, but also health, strength, agency and\u2026 the brain and talents<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • You\u2019ll remind yourselves that you are beautiful. Though everyone is a little different \ud83d\ude42<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      Scriptwriters:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Pupils from the MNK Matejko High School in Wieliczka<\/strong>: Patrycja Bach, Weronika Kaja, Nadia Krzy\u015bkiewicz, Ma\u0142gorzata Marciniak, Olivia Paj\u0105k, Emilia Synowiec, Emilia Tylek; supervision<\/strong>: Melania Gurgul<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      MNK coordination<\/strong>: Jagoda Gumi\u0144ska-Oleksy, Education Department<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Graphic design and production of materials<\/strong>: Sylwia Siudak-Bielecka<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

      SELF-ACCEPTANCE. Form period<\/span><\/div>Gallery of 19th-Century Polish Art, MNK Sukiennice (3 Main Market Square)<\/span><\/div>
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      Why is accepting ourselves as we are so important to us, regardless of our age? What does it involve? Did people in the past, without \u2018apps\u2019 and smartphone filters, face similar dilemmas to those we face today? Finally, what do the works of art we know from art books and school textbooks have to do with this?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      During the session, you will work in the gallery space in groups and individually. This will be an opportunity for reflection, sharing observations and discussion. You will try your hand at uncovering hidden messages in works of art. You will look for key concepts related to the theme in relation to the exhibits on display in the gallery. You\u2019ll learn about the history of three paintings that present different approaches to the theme, yet are close to the present day, before finally engaging in a creative exercise. You\u2019ll be guided, of course, by the works of outstanding artists\u2014both well-known and those who are perhaps less familiar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Why is it worth it?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      • By completing the tasks and discussing them, you will gain a better understanding of your own capabilities and the views of others in the class<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • You will have the opportunity to explore associations that are uniquely your own, without using a ready-made answer key<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • You will engage in creative expression by taking photographic self-portraits<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        PLEASE NOTE!<\/strong> We kindly ask that you do not reveal the name of the lesson topic to the participants before the session, as it serves as a clue to be discovered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Script authors:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Pupils from Tadeusz Ko\u015bciuszko Primary School No. 2 in Wieliczka<\/strong>: Blanka K\u0119dys, Pawe\u0142 Karkosz, Julian Kowalski, Barbara J\u0119drzejewska, Nina Klimczak, Wiktoria Wojnarowska, Martyna Wojnarowska, Marcin Mazur, Bartosz Jurecki; supervision<\/strong>: Iwona Jarosik<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        MNK coordination<\/strong>: Anna Orze\u0142, Education Department<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Graphic design and production of materials<\/strong>: Sylwia Siudak-Bielecka<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

        WELL-BEING. Form period<\/span><\/div>XX+XXI. Gallery of Polish Art, MNK Main Building (1 Aleja 3 Maja)<\/span><\/div>
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        Czy zwiedzanie wystaw muzealnych mo\u017ce przynie\u015b\u0107 nam oddech i reset? Czy dzie\u0142a sztuki potrafi\u0105 pom\u00f3c nam przepracowa\u0107 w g\u0142owie niedaj\u0105ce spokoju thoughts? Might we feel like discussing what the paintings and sculptures bring to mind? Do we need to be art connoisseurs to enjoy art?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        You\u2019ll walk through four gallery rooms, listen to music, tune into yourselves and each other, play an \u2018emotions bingo\u2019 game, gaze at colours and shapes, and imagine how you\u2019d feel if you were the paintings and sculptures of contemporary art. You\u2019ll discuss, and perhaps even argue a little.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Why is it worth it?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n