Farewell to Our Polish Guests from NMM
The Polish Museum of America was honored to host Radosław Paternoga and Bartłomiej Garba from the National Maritime Museum in Gdańsk as they joined us for the opening of the "100 Years of Polish Sailing" exhibition on August 16, 2024.
Celebrating a Century of Polish Sailing: PMA Regatta on Lake Michigan
On August 17, the Polish Museum of America celebrated the second half of its 100 years of Polish sailing with the PMA Regatta on Lake Michigan! Fifteen yachts and boats participated in both cruising and racing competitions, paying tribute to a century of Polish maritime tradition. The regatta was connected
Celebrating a Century of Polish Sailing!
On August 16, the Polish Museum of America proudly celebrated the opening of the exhibition “100 Years of Polish Sailing,” showcasing Polish and Polish-American rich and captivating maritime history. The ceremony began with a solemn moment as the Polish flag was raised to the sound of a bell, followed by
100 Years of Polish Sailing: The Story of the Yacht Dal
In 2024, we proudly commemorate the 90th anniversary of one of the most extraordinary journeys in Polish sailing history, undertaken by the yacht “Dal.” On August 25, 1934, this small yet fearless vessel completed its epic voyage.
Cecilia and Richard Larkin at the PMA
On August 6, the Polish Museum of America was truly honored to welcome Cecilia Larkin, the esteemed President of the American Council for Polish Culture (ACPC), and her husband, Richard Larkin!
100th Anniversary of Joseph Conrad’s Death
August 3 marks the 100th anniversary of the death of Joseph Conrad (Józef Teodor Konrad Korzeniowski), a distinguished Polish noble, writer, and sailor. Born on December 3, 1857, in Berdichev (now Berdychiv, Ukraine), Conrad's literary contributions have left a lasting mark on the world. He died on August 3, 1924,
80th Anniversary of the Warsaw Uprising Commemorated by the PMA
On August 1, 2024, the Polish Museum of America proudly commemorated the 80th Anniversary of the Warsaw Uprising.
The 80th Anniversary of the Warsaw Uprising
On August 1, National Warsaw Uprising Remembrance Day, we take a moment to honor and reflect on the remarkable bravery and perseverance of those who participated in the Warsaw Uprising of 1944. This year commemorates the 80th anniversary of this monumental and heroic event in Poland's history, a defining moment
Remembering Witold Gombrowicz: A Literary Pioneer
On July 25, we commemorate the death anniversary of Witold Gombrowicz, one of Poland’s most prolific writers-in-exile. Born on August 4, 1904, Gombrowicz passed away in Vence, France, on July 25, 1969. A novelist, playwright, and essayist, he remains one of the most exceptional figures in the history of literature.
A Heartwarming Visit: Mr. Akinori Nishikawa at the PMA
The Polish Museum of America was honored to host Mr. Akinori Nishikawa, Director of the Port of Humanity Tsuruga Museum!
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