Henryk Pogorzelski awarded the POLIN Prize 2026. "For over two decades, he has been restoring the memory of Jewish residents"

Henryk Pogorzelski received the POLIN Award 2026 for his efforts in preserving the memory of Jewish residents in Sokół. The award ceremony took place at the POLIN Museum in Warsaw, where Pogorzelski was recognized for his meticulous research and dedication to documenting the history of the local Jewish community. He has initiated various memorial projects and translated significant works related to Jewish history. Two additional awards were given to Krystyna Szter and Magdalena Czajka for their contributions to Jewish heritage preservation. The POLIN Award honors individuals and organizations dedicated to remembering Polish Jewish history and fostering mutual understanding.