Happy Valentine’s Day from the Polish Museum of America!
As we celebrate Valentine's Day, let's explore its historical roots from the ancient Roman festival of Lupercalia to its transformation into a Christian feast honoring St. Valentine.
Honoring Kazimierz Wierzyński
On the 55th death anniversary of Kazimierz Wierzyński, the Polish Museum of America commemorates the esteemed poet's profound contributions to Polish literature and his unwavering dedication to his homeland.
“Ref-Ren”: A Cinematic Journey into the Life and Legacy of Feliks Konarski
Discover the exclusive screening of "Ref-Ren," a documentary honoring the life and contributions of Feliks Konarski, at the Polish Museum of America, offering insights into his pre-World War II profile and his cultural impact in Chicago.
PMA and PRCUA Celebrate Fat Thursday
Happy Fat Thursday! Today, we celebrate the beloved Polish tradition of indulging in delicious pączki (donuts) before Lent begins.
“Carolers / Kolędnicy” by Karol Tchorek (1904-1985), Return to the PMA
Experience the joy as 'Carolers' by Karol Tchorek returns to the Polish Museum of America, concluding the holiday season with an enchanting 1939 New York World's Fair sculpture, thanks to the collaboration with the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum.
Celebrating Mariusz Zaruski
Remembering Mariusz Zaruski (1867-1945), a polymath and pioneer of Polish sailing, celebrated for his roles as a brigadier general, poet, painter, and mountaineer.
PRCUA: Polish Daily News Person of the Year 2023!
Congrats to the Polish Roman Catholic Union of America, named 2023 Person/Organization of the Year! Cheers to President James Robaczewski, Vice-President Micheline Jaminski, and Secretary Treasurer Agnes Bastrzyk. Celebrating 150 years of service and community building! Na zdrowie!
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.
Pudłocki’s Research: Unveiling the History of NY’s Kuryer Narodowy (1918-1939)
Prof. Tomasz Pudłocki, from Jagiellonian University, explores the history of the Polish community in New York (1918-1939) at PMA Archives. With grants from the Kosciuszko Foundation and Jozef Pilsudski Institute, he scrutinizes all issues of NY's Kuryer Narodowy, shedding light on a crucial period.
Commemorating the January Uprising at the Polish Museum of America
Celebrating the 161st anniversary of Poland's January Insurrection (1863-1864), the unbroken spirit of Polish families, from Pulaski to Traugutt, shaped resilience. Jasienica highlighted 1863's role in Poland's 1918 independence. Explore history at the Polish Museum of America in 2024.
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