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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Memorial Day 2023

The museum will be closed on Monday, May 29th in observance of the holiday. Enjoy the day with your loved ones while keeping in mind those who served and sacrificed.

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Farewell to our Arts Intern Nia | PMA

Nia Oke-Famakinde is completing her Arts Internship at the Polish Museum of America, cataloging artifacts and artworks to expand the museum's database. She also handles acquisition duties, conducts research, and assists with organizing events and exhibitions.

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Pulaski Day 2023 – virtual celebration

Illinois celebrates Pulaski Day on March 6 in honor of Brigadier General Casimir Pulaski, a Polish officer who played a crucial role in the American Revolution.

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Green Room

The Polish Museum of America is pleased to announce that the Geen Room modernization project was completed in December 2022.

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LOT Polish Airlines

The Polish Museum of America's final English language video for 2022 is a tribute LOT Polish Airlines highlighting artifacts and material found in the PMA's 1939 World's Fair Polish Pavilion collection. 

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Hutsul Region: The Slavic Atlantis in Former Polish Lands – Huculszczyzna

If you enjoy learning about the culture and history of different regions, then you should definitely watch the film, Hutsul Region: The Slavic Atlantis in Former Polish Lands. This movie is a fascinating exploration of the rich cultural heritage of this region in the Carpathian Mountains.

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The PMA welcomes our newest Heritage Life Members Lou and Charlene | PMA

Being a Heritage Life Member is a great honor. Heritage Life Members are recognized for their dedication to preserving the past and ensuring that our national heritage is not forgotten. They are given special discounts and privileges. Heritage Life Members also receive recognition for their efforts and contributions to the

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Donation of Crèche / Szopka to the Polish Museum of America

The Donation of Crèche is a beautiful piece of art that showcases the Nativity scene. The figures are detailed and intricately crafted, making it an incredibly meaningful representation of the Christmas story. The delicate details of the figures and animals bring to life the story of the birth of Jesus,

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Zapal Światło Wolności

Zapraszamy do włączenia się w akcję pt. „Zapal Światło Wolności” organizowaną przez Stowarzyszenie Pamięć.

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