The project came to a close with a public event, which featured a presentation of the mural, live music, and refreshments. Many of the students and their families attended, as well as neighborhood residents.
During my time in Gdańsk I made some amazing new friends and learned a lot about this city. I admit I had not even heard of it, but it is so important to world history; this is where World War II essentially began when Hitler invaded Poland starting from Gdańsk It was also the scene of the Solidarity Movement in the 1980’s, in which a union of shipyard workers led massive strikes aimed at their dissatisfaction with the Soviet- puppet government, eventually leading to the independence of Poland and playing a big role in the collapse of the Soviet Union. Modern-day Gdańsk is a cool city with tons of street art, graffiti, and huge murals. I was lucky enough to have street art tour given by some of my new friends— I loved it! Thanks so much to Bartek and Karolina for their hospitality and for hosting me in Gdańsk!!!
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| My new friends in Poland |
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| Bartek, who organized the mural project, gives a speech at the inauguration. |
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| A local band plays at the inauguration. |
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| Enjoying the refreshments. |
