BG Casimir Pulaski Day

Illinois celebrates Pulaski Day on March 6 to honor Brigadier General Casimir Pulaski, who played a crucial role in the American Revolution. Join the annual celebration of his life at PMA-online to learn more about his legacy and Poland's contribution to America's defeat over Great Britain.

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Chopin in The City: Art, Music, and Talent Galore!

During the 7th Chopin in the city festival, the audience was blown away by the talent of The Latin Music Project and Annabelle Shaw, and it was truly an event to remember.

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A Day of Cultural Exchange

Today, the Polish Museum of America hosted the students, teachers, and parents of the Polish-American Humanistic Academy and the Czesław Miłosz Polish School.

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CHM Meeting

The Polish Museum of America recently met with Erica Griffin, the director of education at the Chicago History Museum, to discuss partnership opportunities for the CHM's exhibition project, Back/Home: Polish Chicago. During the meeting, the PMA staff and CHM explored various strategies for school programs and public and community engagement.

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The One-Year Anniversary of the War between Russia and Ukraine

One year on from the start of the Russia-Ukraine war, the conflict shows no signs of abating, and the situation on the ground remains extremely volatile.

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Remembering the Surrealist Legacy of Zdzisław Beksiński on the Anniversary of His Death

Today is another anniversary of the death of Zdzisław Beksiński - one of the most prominent Polish artists, known primarily for his unique, surrealistic creations.

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2023 President’s Day

Happy Presidents' Day from the Polish Museum of America. Życzenia dobrego Dnia Prezydentów od Muzeum Polskiego w Ameryce!

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Happy Birthday Mikolaj Kopernik

This Sunday February 19 the world will stop to observe the 550th anniversary of the birth of Nicholaus Copernicus - the Polish astronomer who stopped the Sun and moved the Earth as our Polish saying goes!

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Tłusty Czwartek / Fat Thursday

Pączki Day, a beloved Christian tradition, has been celebrated for centuries as a way to bid farewell to winter and indulge in rich, fatty foods.

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Happy Valentine’s Day!

Happy Valentine's Day to all of you! May this day be filled with love and happiness, as you all celebrate the special bonds you share with your loved ones.

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