1. Kinga Anna Gajda, "Presenting the project", Jagiellonian University

Kinga Anna Gajda, a professor of cultural studies at Jagiellonian University, has been approached by the Metallurgy Museum in Chorzów, which is embarking on a new department establishment and a renewal of its exhibition. The museum faces the challenge of deciding between organizing a permanent exhibition or focusing on temporary exhibitions. Additionally, it aims to effectively showcase the history of Chorzów, a city located in Silesia.

Within this project, Kinga Gajda represents the scholarly and academic perspective. She closely collaborates with a project partner, Piotr Michałowski, who represents private companies and businesses, as well as with museum experts, and the citizens of Chorzów. To actively involve the citizens, a workshop was organized, gathering various members of the Chorzów community including students, teachers, seniors, local government officials, and business representatives. Furthermore, interviews and an online questionnaire were conducted to capture the diverse stories and viewpoints of the citizens.

The involvement of the citizens holds utmost importance in this project, as the museum's core objective is to meet the needs of the community and ensure their voices are not only heard but genuinely incorporated. The museum stands as a collective endeavour, dedicated to the citizens and shaped by their experiences.