Poland Personally Application: CLOSED
Applications for Poland Personally are now closed. However, we are currently accepting waitlist applications for this transformative study seminar.
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Overview
June 22 - 30, 2025
Explore Poland’s past and present through daily themes such as a thousand years of Jewish life in Poland, the moral dilemmas of life and death, and the act of bearing witness, with opportunities for personal reflection and soul searching. These themes carry the weight of history and the responsibility of understanding the Holocaust.This seminar is made possible with assistance from the Conference on Jewish Material Claims Against Germany Supported by the Foundation Remembrance, Responsibility and Future and by the German Federal Ministry of Finance
Itinerary
Poland Personally Study Seminar 2025
Friday, June 20, with arrival in Warsaw on June 21 Scheduled flights departing from the U.S.
Sunday, June 22 We will begin our first day of the seminar with a visit to the Polin Museum and the Warsaw Zoo. CWB will host a welcoming dinner at the hotel in the evening, marking the start of the inspiring days ahead. Overnight: Novotel Warszawa Centrum
Monday, June 23 Explore the poignant history of the Warsaw Ghetto with a guided tour. Then, visit the Emanuel Ringelblum Jewish Historical Institute, where the resilience of the Jewish community comes to life. Later, we will travel to Treblinka for a solemn and reflective visit, a time to honor and remember those who lost their lives. Overnight: Novotel Warszawa Centrum
Tuesday, June 24 Set off for Łódź, a city rich in Jewish heritage and cultural landmarks. Visit the historic Łódź Jewish Cemetery and the Radegast Train Station; both are powerful and important reminders of the past. Later, we will have lunch at Manufaktura, a vibrant space blending history and modernity. Next, we will tour Izrael Poznański's Palace and finish our day with an insightful tour of the Marek Edelman Dialogue Center and Righteous Among the Nations Park. You will have a free evening and dinner on your own. Overnight: Focus Hotel Lublin
Wednesday, June 25 Our first stop for the day will be the Grodzka Gate – NN Theatre, with free time afterward exploring the picturesque Old Town. Next, we will continue with a short drive to the Majdanek, the Nazi concentration camp on the outskirts of Lublin. We will continue our journey to Starachowice to hear our survivor, Howard Chandler's, captivating story and have a special dinner with local officials. Overnight: Hotel Europa
Thursday, June 26 Experience Starachowice through Howard's eyes as he shares his deep personal connection to the town. Howard's unique perspective will add an emotional depth to our journey. We will then continue to Kielce for lunch before heading to Kraków. We will reflect on the day's experiences in a small group setting. Overnight: Qubus Hotel Kraków
Friday, June 27 A profoundly impactful day awaits you as you visit Auschwitz I and Auschwitz Birkenau II with Howard. Following this profound experience, we will engage in meaningful group reflection and conclude the day with a traditional Friday night dinner. Overnight: Qubus Hotel Kraków
Saturday, June 28 Our group will embark on a morning tour of Jewish Krakow, exploring the rich history of Jewish life, and visit the local Jewish Community Center. After the walking tour, we will have lunch at Restaurant Sąsiedzi, a traditional Polish restaurant. Enjoy a free evening and dinner on your own to explore Kraków's enchanting streets. Overnight: Qubus Hotel Kraków
Sunday, June 29 After breakfast, we will visit the underground labyrinth at the Wieliczka Salt Mines, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Later, we will return to Warsaw for a memorable farewell dinner that will celebrate our journey. Overnight: Courtyard Warsaw Airport
Monday, June 30 Depart from Warsaw Chopin International Airport, carrying memories of a transformative and enriching experience.
Resources
Resources for the seminar will be available after participant acceptance.
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Subject Area: Antisemitism, Call for Action, Genocide, Hate, Human Rights Violations, Innovative Teaching Strategies, Jewish History, Peace Building, Pre-WWII Jewish History, The Holocaust
Subject Area: Antisemitism, Call for Action, Genocide, Hate, Human Rights Violations, Innovative Teaching Strategies, Jewish History, Peace Building, Pre-WWII Jewish History, The Holocaust