About the Exhibition
The “Wrocław 1945-2016” exhibition is divided into eight chronological sections.
The first section introduces visitors to the history of a peaceful town in the Eastern Borderlands during the Second Polish Republic. Its inhabitants were forced to confront the realities of war, and later, displacement and migration. Many Poles found a new home in Wrocław, and their experiences are explored in the section titled “A Foreign City.”
The era of Communist Poland (PRL) is represented by sections such as “Behind the Iron Curtain” and “The City by the Oder 1945-1980.” Visitors can learn about significant events like Polish-German reconciliation and the famous letter from Polish bishops, the activities of Radio Free Europe, and Wrocław’s smallpox epidemic. A special focus is given to the role of the “Solidarity” movement in Wrocław. The exhibition concludes with the city’s post-1989 history up to the present day.
Visitors will also be able to explore a post-war school classroom with original desks, a butcher’s shop, an old bus stop, an opposition activist’s room, and even a prison cell. Additionally, the exhibition features numerous interesting artefacts from individuals who made significant contributions to culture, science, and sports.
The Depot History Centre also houses a cinema, which will be used for screenings beyond the exhibition’s opening hours.
