2026-04-01

The fair included:
- the presentation of the "Amber Personality of the Year 2025" statuette, which was awarded to Dr. Małgorzata Kucharska, Eng.
- the presentation of the anniversary statuette by the co-founder of the IAA, Adam Pstrągowski (S&A)
- the 28th Amber Seminar entitled "Amber 360°: Science, Heritage, Environment" in honor of Wiesław Gierłowski
- the opening of the "Alchemist's Sister" exhibition, showcasing objects created by British artist Kelly McCallum

The fair also featured sporting competition – the IAA team participated in the Metal Games, winning 2nd place in the team category – we thank Ana Sado, Marcin Bogusław, Karolina Brykner, and Jacek Ostrowski for their involvement! Another important event was the announcement of the Amberif Design Award competition results, during which the AMBER PRIZE was awarded – a prize of 1 kg of amber, donated by the IAA – and the opportunity to showcase one's work at the IAA Gallery. The award went to Xiangzhi Zhao.

"Bursztynisko – The Amber Magazine No. 50" also premiered – a special anniversary issue!

Thank you all for your numerous visits, conversations, and warm wishes on the occasion of our 30th anniversary. Your entries in the guestbook are of great value to us and a beautiful keepsake.
Photo: Kinga Gełdon-Czech and IAA