Patriotism and the Culture of Remembrance in Museum Education. A Case Study of Museums in the Village of Markowa

Contemporary times bring with them constant changes in various contexts of education, not only changing educational programs in the public education system, but also in the spaces of cultural institutions. Today, special attention is drawn to the numerous newly established museums and places commemorating the past in Poland. The culture of remembrance in Poland after 1989 has been developing in the context of intensive cultural changes not only on the European continent, but also around the world. Education is being developed today in cultural institutions, which – due to the development of new technologies and the rapid movement of information – are opening up to social education not only at the location of their actual activity, but also in virtual spaces. A special place for shaping the culture of remembrance pedagogy among cultural institutions is occupied by the museum. The concept of patriotism and the culture of remembrance is analyzed in the context of education. Problematizing education aimed not only at children and youth, the term pedagogy of remembrance culture is proposed. The category of pedagogy of remembrance culture defines the area of research and pedagogical activities, shaping attitudes, acquiring knowledge, organizing educational situations and processes. The pedagogy of remembrance culture includes in its research the impact of creative encounters with the culture of remembrance in museum spaces.