We invite you to celebrate the joyous Hanukkah with us—the holiday full of light and fun! We will get acquainted with the traditions and special words related to Hanukkah, and we will practice (in more than one way!) the Hebrew alphabet. We will delve into the history of letters and solve puzzles. We will also visit briefly the Core Exhibition, and the temporary one. We will spin the dreidel, a traditional Hanukkah game. We guarantee a warm, cozy and very creative atmosphere!

The workshop accompanies "The Power of Words" temporary exhibition and the Core Exhibition.

Program

A Hanukkah game

• 14 December (Sunday), 3PM – 6PM
• Start: InfoPoint in the main hall

We invite everyone who enjoys challenges, puzzles as well as art and movement workshops—and, of course, having fun—to take part in our Hanukkah game. Nine tasks will await you, through which you’ll discover the customs and symbols associated with the Hanukkah holiday. You will learn how to play dreidel, and search for curiosities in both the Core and temporary exhibitions. You’ll decorate tote bags with selected motifs, make keychains, and adorn unusual books. You’ll also find out what your name looks like beautifully written in Hebrew calligraphy and uncover the secrets of letters hidden in a special place. Surprise prizes will wait for you at the end of the game!

Please note: You should allow about 2 hours to complete the game.

Photo booth

• 14 December (Sunday), 3PM – 6PM
• Venue: main hall on the Museum’s ground floor

Is it worthwhile to get a keepsake from yet another family Hanukkah at POLIN Museum? Sure! A photo booth will be available for the entire afternoon—you will be able to take a souvenir photo with very unique accessories.

Creative activities at the King Matt’s Family Education Area

• 14 December (Sunday), 11AM – 6PM
• Venue: King Matt’s Family Education Area on the Museum’s ground floor
• A change of footwear is required in this area

We invite you to join the fun in the colorful space of King Matt’s Family Education Area full of gigantic blocks, toys, games, books and coloring books.

Touring the Core Exhibition with a family audio guide

• 14 December (Sunday), 10AM – 6PM (last admission: 5:30PM)
• Venue: Core Exhibition
• Free tickets available at the ticket desk — please come together as a family to pick them up
• Recommended for children aged 4-12, with guardians
• Available language versions: PL, EN, UKR

The holiday of Hanukkah is a great opportunity to explore the exhibition as a family with a special audio guide. You can borrow small audio devices at the ticket desk and put on your headphones. Along the way, you will encounter many surprises and tasks. You will hear stories from palace chambers and artisan workshops, as well as conversations in the streets of old towns. You’ll discover tales of shared work, friendship, family, and Jewish holidays and customs. The tour includes the galleries of the Core Exhibition featuring content suitable for young visitors.

Admission

• Free
• Tickets available from 1 December, 10AM
• Collect a ticket

The project was carried out with the support of the Koret Foundation as part of promotional activities surrounding the Core Exhibition.