Stories of local communities
We collect testimonies, materials and stories that help preserve the memory of the region.
Western Pomerania
We preserve memory that builds community.
The Foundation for Heritage and Identity of Western Pomerania documents, protects and promotes the history, culture and local traditions of the region.
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Protection and promotion of the cultural and historical heritage of Western Pomerania.
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Historical and civic education for children, young people and adults.
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Events, research, publications and partnerships that strengthen local identity.
About
The past meets the present here.
The foundation was created from the belief that history, culture and local traditions are the foundation of regional identity. We create space for educational, social and cultural projects that bring the history of Western Pomerania closer and protect its multicultural character.
We work with cultural institutions, local governments, schools, NGOs, experts and history enthusiasts. We believe that caring for heritage is a shared responsibility.
Work
From research to events, from archives to living culture.
We focus on initiatives that are concrete, accessible and rooted in local communities.
Workshops, lessons, conferences
We translate historical knowledge into meetings and formats that are understandable for different audiences.
Exhibitions and events
We organise activities that connect folklore, architecture, music, dance and performing arts.
Shared responsibility
We build cooperation with institutions, schools, experts and residents of Western Pomerania.
Team
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President of the Foundation
Ryszard Długopolski
Researcher of folklore, history and the identity of Western Pomerania. Co-creator of projects reconstructing the costumes and dances of Szczecin and the region, and author of publications on heritage and architecture.
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Vice President of the Foundation
Lesław Rządziński
Manager, economist, academic lecturer and cultural animator. He combines organisational experience with a passion for folklore, folk dance and the heritage of Western Pomerania.
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Heritage is capital that inspires the future.
We invite institutions, schools, organisations and private individuals to co-create projects for regional memory, education and culture.
biuro@fundacjadziedzictwo.pl