This exhibition aims to celebrate those times, and more specifically the positives that came about. And there were many; while the rise of fascism will always cast a pall over the city, it must also be remembered this was far from the nationalist hotbed that is always assumed. The campaign for long term Germanization had been reasonably effective, yet still over 80% of the population regarded themselves as Danzigers first and foremost – not Germans, and not Poles, but the citizens of a unique melting pot in which two nations co-existed. This heyday is remembered by way of dozens of everyday treasures rescued from the inter bellum: on show are reams of collectibles, from banknotes to beer bottles, from tourist guides to cig packets. Of course it would be impossible to end the story without mention of the war, and it’s in the back room you’ll find yellowing copies of newspapers announcing the first salvos, as well as a small collection of military helmets. As far as diversions go this is one for the enthusiasts, and soon to be markedly increased in size thanks to the attic-style donations from the local public and an expansion next door.
Admission 5/3zł.
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