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Polish Heritage in Portage County: The Backstory on the Blacksmiths

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February 29, 2024

The Kochanowski Blacksmith family is honoring their heritage by creating outstanding art that features parts of their Polish roots!

Stevens Point proudly displays a few original Kochanowski Blacksmith sculptures around town, including the Point sculpture just beyond the sign welcoming you to the city. Boleslaw Kochanowski and his three sons are working together to create beautiful Wisconsin-made works in Portage County!

Portage County is home to many Polish immigrants. The Kochanowski family is creating meaningful reminders of their culture for the whole city to enjoy. They are creating a long-lasting legacy for the county and beyond.

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00:00 Introduction
00:27 Blacksmithing
01:40 Being Cautious
02:27 Working with Family
03:12 Boleslaw Senior in World War II
04:20 Anna Kochanowski
05:37 Polish Heritage
07:00 Conclusion

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