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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All Saints’ Day (November 1) & All Souls’ Day (November 2)

At the Polish Museum of America, we honor the rich traditions of All Saints' Day and All Souls' Day, two solemn days of remembrance deeply rooted in Polish culture. As we light candles and reflect, we join with the Polish community and friends worldwide in paying tribute to those who

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Highlander’s Day 2024: “Highlanders and the Sea”

Highlander’s Day 2024 at the Polish Museum of America celebrated the rich connection between Tatra highlander heritage and Poland’s maritime traditions, featuring lectures, music, and the exhibit “100 Years of Polish Sailing.”

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PSFCU’s First Chicago Meeting Hosted at the PMA and PRCUA

The Polish Museum of America would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Polish & Slavic Federal Credit Union (PSFCU) for their ongoing support and dedication to the Polish-American community.

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Celebrating Kosciuszko’s Name Day: Honoring Małgorzata Kot

On October 25th, the Polish Museum of America celebrated the historic tradition of Kosciuszko's Name Day, honoring Tadeusz Kosciuszko’s legacy and Polish heritage.

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Tadeusz Kosciuszko’s Imieniny

The celebration of Tadeusz Kosciuszko’s Imieniny brings back a Polish tradition as well as memories of a significant historical event.

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Daniel Guzman bada archiwa polonijne w USA

Daniel Guzman, a PhD student at Nicolaus Copernicus University, conducted research at the Polish Museum of America Archives, exploring the functioning of Polish diaspora and emigration archives.

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46. Konferencja Muzeów, Archiwów i Bibliotek Polskich na Zachodzie w Muzeum Polskim w Ameryce

Serdecznie zapraszamy Państwa za kulisy 46. Konferencji Muzeów, Archiwów i Bibliotek Polskich na Zachodzie, która odbyła się w Muzeum Polskim w Ameryce w dniach 24–28 września 2024. Uroczystość ta zjednoczyła międzynarodowe grono poświęcone zachowywaniu i celebrowaniu polskiego dziedzictwa kulturowego, koncentrując się na temacie tegorocznej konferencji: „Rocznice narodowe w zbiorach instytucji

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