Welcoming the Kashubian Cultural Institute to Chicago

We recently welcomed Jeff Turkowski, Director of the Kashubian Cultural Institute & Polish Museum in Winona, MN, along with Polish-American students preparing for a cultural exchange trip to Poland. With guidance from Beata Pawlikowska, the group explored the museum’s collection and shared in a meaningful celebration of heritage.

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Celebrating Tradition and Culture

On April 12, we had the distinct honor of welcoming the General Stanisław Maczek Polish Language School for adults, based in South Bend, Indiana. The group took part in a thoughtfully curated Easter egg painting workshop, embracing a cherished Polish tradition with creativity and enthusiasm.

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Discovering Polish Roots – Fryderyk Chopin School Students Visit the Museum

On April 4, our Museum had the distinct pleasure of welcoming eighth-grade students from the Fryderyk Chopin Polish School. The group explored our exhibitions under the insightful guidance of Beata Pawlikowska and Krzysztof Branka.

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Celebrating Our Own: Congratulations to Dr. Michał Sawczyk!

We were thrilled to welcome back our volunteer and friend, Dr. Michał Sawczyk, who has been part of the PMA family since 2021! Michał recently earned his PhD from the University of Illinois at Chicago and is now a Research Fellow at the University of Michigan.

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Prof. Anna Mlekodaj and Maria Krzeptowska Visit the PMA


On January 14, the Polish Museum of America had the pleasure of hosting Professor Anna Mlekodaj from The Academy of Applied Sciences in Nowy Targ and Maria Krzeptowska – true legends in their respective fields! Professor Anna, a distinguished literary scholar and educator, and Maria, a cultural studies expert, and

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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.

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Holocaust Remembrance Day

On International Holocaust Remembrance Day, the Polish Museum of America pays tribute to the victims, survivors, and heroes through poignant artifacts, urging us to educate, remember, and stand against all forms of oppression.

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The Visit from the Missionary Sisters of St. Benedict from Oak Forest, IL

The Polish Museum of America hosted the Missionary Sisters of St. Benedict, exploring history and learning about their inspiring work. Grateful for their visit, we look forward to hosting them again!

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De Paul University History Students Explore Polish Heritage at the Polish Museum

This year the Polish Museum of America is honored to be part of the Polish Heritage Month programs sponsored by the Chicago Public Library. Museum tour guides will be leading tour groups registered through the Chicago Public Library program throughout the month of October.

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Happy Children’s Day!

International Children's Day: Celebrating children's rights, well-being, and a brighter future for all.

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