The celebrations of the 90th anniversary of regaining independence began with a Holy Mass for the intention of the Fatherland, celebrated by Rev. Canon Stefan Jachimczak in the parish church of St. Stanislaus Bishop and Martyr. The ceremony was attended by representatives of the city and county authorities, invited guests, veterans, youth, and the residents of the city.
After the Holy Mass, the participants marched to the Monument of the Fallen for the Land of Myszków. The laying of flower wreaths was preceded by a speech by the Mayor of the City, Janusz Romaniuk, in which he thanked the veterans present at the ceremony for their dedication and fight for the independence of the Polish state.
Among those who laid wreaths at the monument of the fallen were, among others: MP Jadwiga Wiśniewska, Vice-Marshal of the Śląskie Voivodeship Mariusz Kleszczewski, Councilor of the Voivodeship Sejmik Andrzej Hutnik, Starosta of Myszków Marian Wróbel with members of the board, Mayor of the City of Myszków Janusz Romaniuk, Chairwoman of the City Council Urszula Motylewska with councilors, representatives of veteran organizations, uniformed services, scouts, students of high schools, middle schools, and primary schools.
The culmination of the independence celebrations was the XIII Provincial Festival of Patriotic Song – Myszków 2008, which took place at the City Cultural Center. The festival was highlighted by a piano performance by Professor Maciej Zagórski, who played Chopin’s compositions. After the concert, awards were presented to the winners of the competition by Mayor Janusz Romaniuk, director of the Cultural Center Jarosław Jaskólski, and chairman of the jury Edward Staniowski.
We would like to remind you that since November 7th, an exhibition prepared in collaboration with the Museum of Independence in Warsaw has been on display at the Cultural Center, presenting the main national symbols of Poland closely connected with national tradition. The exhibition showcases the historical development of symbols of our statehood. These symbols – the White Eagle, the white and red colors, and the national anthem – have survived numerous historical storms. They are of great importance to our culture and the foundation of Polish identity. The exhibition, previously presented at the Polish Parliament, is prepared based on a rich iconographic material from medieval times to the present.