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Temporary exhibition

For the Soul and Character of the Polish Nation. The Freedom and Independence Association

A temporary exhibition on post-war underground activity and WiN members, presented until 31 December 2026.

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About the exhibition

The Freedom and Independence Association, known as WiN, was founded in Warsaw on 2 September 1945. The exhibition presents an organisation whose founders intended to shift resistance to the communist takeover of Poland from armed struggle to political activity. Rakowiecka is part of this history: WiN leaders and ordinary members were imprisoned and executed here.

The Warsaw edition, presented in 2026, received an additional room with biographies. Personal objects include Hieronim Dekutowski's jacket, Józef Rządzki's chess pieces, belongings of Adam Lazarowicz and Barbara Sadowska's embroidered handkerchief. Filip Musiał and Michał Wenklar wrote the exhibition script; Tomasz Maniewski developed the visual concept and curated the Warsaw presentation. Its announced closing date is 31 December 2026.

Exhibits and points (2)
  1. Ilustracja Muzeum Żołnierzy Wyklętych i Więźniów Politycznych PRL1Point of interest“Zapora’s” uniform jacketA personal relic of Hieronim Dekutowski, a commander of Home Army and WiN units.Quiz
  2. Ilustracja Muzeum Żołnierzy Wyklętych i Więźniów Politycznych PRL2Point of interestJózef Rządzki’s chess piecesA prison chess set made from bread by Józef Rządzki, known as “Boryna”.Quiz
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Where to find it
Main museum building; temporary exhibition.