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Poland concludes 15th National Reading event

Overview

The 15th edition of ‘Narodowe Czytanie’ (National Reading) concluded on September 5, 2026, celebrating Adam Mickiewicz’s drama ‘Dziady’. The initiative, which promotes Polish literary classics, saw participation across Poland and in more than 40 countries, involving over 6,000 locations. The event was inaugurated in Warsaw at Adam Mickiewicz Square by President Karol Nawrocki and First Lady Marta Nawrocka. Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda also participated by reading a fragment of the work. During the opening, President Nawrocki emphasized that literature acts as a “vessel for national identity,” aiding the Polish community through periods of historical partitions and occupations. He characterized Mickiewicz as a “fundamental figure for understanding the Polish soul,” while the First Lady highlighted the work’s capacity to connect different generations. Regional activities showcased the event’s diversity through various formats. In Lublin, readings occurred at City Hall and on public buses, while in Pakosław, the program was adapted for preschoolers. In Wyszyna, readings were held in a forest setting by candlelight near an old cemetery, and in Sandomierz, the reading took place within a Romanesque church. Other local engagements included performative readings in Wejherowo, jubilee celebrations in Łomża, and public readings in Siedlce, Tarnów, Żabno, and Lututowie. Specialized activities also included a spelling bee in Świdnica. In Żabno, the event was held on the market square and organized by the Municipal-Communal Public Library and the Communal Cultural Center. Local officials, including Deputy Mayor Zbigniew Mączka and Vice-Starosta Roman Łucarz, joined artists, scouts, and residents for the reading. The program featured musical accompaniment by Wojtek Klich and refreshments from the Otfinów Countryside Housewives' Club. During the event, it was announced that the selection for next year’s National Reading will be Joseph Conrad’s ‘Lord Jim’. Beyond Poland, the initiative extended to the borderlands.

Entities

Narodowe Czytanie · Adam Mickiewicz · Karol Nawrocki · Marta Nawrocka · Poland

Timeline

6 days ago

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Narodowe Czytanie celebrates Adam Mickiewicz across Poland and abroad
The 15th edition of Narodowe Czytanie saw Poles in Poland and abroad collectively reading Adam Mickiewicz’s ‘Dziady’, featuring central ceremonies in Warsaw and diverse local cultural events.
9 days ago

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Narodowe Czytanie celebrates Adam Mickiewicz’s ‘Dziady’ across Poland
The 15th Narodowe Czytanie event features Adam Mickiewicz’s ‘Dziady’ as the central text, with communal readings and cultural activities occurring across Poland and in 40 countries.
11 days ago

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Poland hosts 15th National Reading event featuring Mickiewicz’s ‘Dziady’
The 15th National Reading campaign is being held across Poland, featuring Adam Mickiewicz’s ‘Dziady’ through public readings, theatrical performances, and community events in various cities.
16 days ago

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Poland hosts 15th National Reading event featuring Dziady
President Karol Nawrocki and First Lady Marta Nawrocka invite Poland to the 15th National Reading event, featuring Adam Mickiewicz’s “Dziady,” with nationwide celebrations set for early September 2026.

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