14-10-2026
History
WW2’s Biggest F.U. – The Tiny Polish Ship That Attacked Germany’s Mighty Bismarck
The Remarkable Story of ORP Piorun
Discover an extraordinary chapter of Polish naval history. In 1941, during the dramatic hunt for the German battleship Bismarck, the Polish destroyer ORP Piorun confronted the vastly more powerful battleship in an act of remarkable courage and defiance.
In this fascinating video, British historian Dr. Mark Felton tells the story of this unforgettable encounter, a true David-versus-Goliath moment of the Second World War.
Watch the story of ORP Piorun and its fearless Polish crew below.
Warsaw Calling: Uprising 1944 at the Fusilier
Discover the extraordinary story of the Warsaw Uprising, when the Polish underground resistance rose against Nazi occupation on 1 August 1944.
15
09.2026
27
02.2027
Events, History, Visual arts
Between Life and Death: Stories of Rescue
Between Life and Death: Stories of Rescue during the Holocaust explores the stories of people who risked their lives to save Jews during the Second World War. Bringing together accounts from 15 European countries, the exhibition highlights acts of courage, solidarity and humanity in the face of persecution.
02
11.2026
14
12.2026
History, Visual arts
V&A Polish Art & Poster Design Weekend
Two days. One world-class museum collection. This September, V&A Curator Zorian Clayton hosts an exclusive weekend lecture series at POSK. Across two illustrated talks, explore over a century of Polish creative genius—from historical gallery treasures to the iconic, rebellious masterpieces of the Polish Poster School.
26
09.2026
27
09.2026
Events, History, News, Visual arts