The 80th Anniversary of the Battle of Monte Cassino
May 18 marks the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Monte Cassino of 1944, where the Polish 2nd Corps triumphed over German forces, breaking their defense lines and paving the way for the liberation of Rome. Monte Cassino, a stronghold atop the Italian hills, stood as a formidable obstacle in
The Magnificent Exhibition of Polish Sailing Sets Sail for Chicago on August 16
We're excited to announce the opening of the "100 Years of Polish Sailing" exhibition at the National Maritime Museum in Gdańsk, Poland! This incredible display of Polish maritime history commemorates a century of achievements, journeys, and the adventurous spirit of the high seas.
660 Years of Scholarly Legacy: Birth of the Jagiellonian University
May 12 marks a historic milestone for education and scholarship in Poland! On this day in 1364, King Casimir the Great signed the foundation act for the "studium generale," laying the cornerstone for what would become the illustrious Kraków Academy, later known as the Jagiellonian University.
Happy Mother’s Day from the PMA!
On May 12, we celebrate one of the most beautiful holidays on the calendar, a day dedicated to honoring and expressing gratitude to the incredible mothers who shape our lives.
Commemorating Victory in Europe Day
On May 8th we celebrate Victory in Europe Day! On this historic day in 1945, World War II in Europe came to an end. As the news of Germany’s surrender reached the rest of the world, joyous crowds gathered to celebrate in the streets, clutching newspapers that declared Victory in
80. rocznica Bitwy pod Monte Cassino
Z okazji 80. rocznicy Bitwy pod Monte Cassino serdecznie zapraszamy do odwiedzenia strony internetowej www.wirtualnemuzeum.org
Happy Librarian Day!
Happy Librarian Day to all the amazing librarians! Since 1985, May 8th has been a day to celebrate your invaluable contributions to our communities. Initiated by the Association of Polish Librarians, this day kicks off Library Week, a time when libraries across the nation amplify their efforts to connect with
Museum storage modernization
The Polish Museum of America is pleased to announce that the museum storage modernization project started in January 2024.
PMA Hosts Polish Delegates for Constitution Day Celebrations
The Polish Museum of America had the privilege of welcoming esteemed dignitaries and members of our community in connection with the May 3 Constitution Day celebrations.
Celebrating the Musical Legacy of Stanisław Moniuszko
On May 5th we celebrate the birthday of Stanisław Moniuszko, a towering figure in Polish music history! Born in 1819, Moniuszko's compositions continue to resonate with audiences worldwide.
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