The “Polish Paths to Freedom” Tournament at the PMA

The Polish Museum of America was proud to host the Inter-School Tournament "Polish Paths to Freedom" on November 17, organized by the Association of Polish Teachers of America under the leadership of President Ewa Koch.

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A Living History Lesson Recap: Wartime Experiences and Artifacts at the PMA

On November 16, 2024, the Polish Museum of America hosted an extraordinary event that brought the rich and complex history of Poland during World War II to life.

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Special Visit Honoring the Legacy of Blessed Father Popiełuszko

On November 15, the Polish Museum of America was honored to host Marek Popiełuszko, nephew of the Blessed Father Jerzy Popiełuszko, and Paweł Kęska from the Museum of the Blessed Priest Jerzy Popiełuszko in Warsaw.

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Special Visitors and New Publications at the PMA

Today, we were visited by Jurek Jurecki from Tygodnik Podhalański along with his son Bartek Jurecki, the renowned photographer and author of the album “Tough as Rock, Strong as the Mountain Wind” and his daughter-in-law Klaudia.

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Polska młodzież w Muzeum Polskim w Ameryce: odkrywanie historii i kultury na nowo

Grupa młodzieży od 6 klasy do III LO z Polskiej Szkoły im. Jana Kochanowskiego w Norridge, IL, odwiedziła Muzeum Polskie w Ameryce w sobotę, 2 listopada.

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Happy Polish Independence Day!

The Polish Museum of America and the Polish Scouting Organization – Chicago District had the pleasure of jointly hosting our annual Independence Day celebration on Sunday, November 10. The day began with a beautiful Mass at 11:00 AM at Holy Trinity Church, uniting our community in prayer and reflection.

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Veterans Day & Polish Independence Day Closure Announcement

In observance of Veterans Day, the Polish Museum of America (PMA) and the Polish Roman Catholic Union of America (PRCUA) building will be closed on Monday, November 11. On this day, we pause to honor all who have served in the United States Armed Forces and reflect on their courage

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Completion and Launch of the First-Ever Guide to the American Relief for Poland Records

The Polish Museum of America (PMA) proudly announces the publication of the first comprehensive guide to the American Relief for Poland records, a significant archival collection documenting Polish-American humanitarian efforts from 1938-1974.

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Honoring Our Founders and Guardians This All Saints’ Day

On this All Saints’ Day, the staff of the Polish Museum of America came together to pay tribute to cherished individuals who shaped our Museum’s history.

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