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Treasure of Polonia

HERE’S WHAT’S HAPPENING...

Please read this important message from the President and Director of the PMA

The Polish Museum of America needs your help. Please click here for an important message from President, Maria Ciesla, and Director, Jan Lorys.

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Temporary link to Neighborhood Stories

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Museum News updated

Update Posted: Thursday, September 2, 2010

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"hidden treasures" exhibit extended through september 26

museum attends event at wheeling library

Museum closed monday, september 6

museum calendar updated

Update Posted: Tuesday, August 24, 2010

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"Modjeska! The Artist's dream" at chopin theater august 28 & 29

Update Posted: Tuesday, August 24, 2010

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Transcript of speech by President ciesla to the prcua convention

Update Posted: Wednesday, August 18, 2010

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New PRCUA officers elected

At last week's convention of the Polish Roman Catholic Union new officers were elected.  They are:

President: Joseph Drobot, Jr.

Resident Vice President: Anna Sokolowski

Vice President: Robert Bielenda

Secretary Treasurer: James J. Robaczewski

 

Update Posted: Tuesday, August 17, 2010

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environmental attitudes of chicago's polish community; new report!

Update Posted: Wednesday, August 2, 2010

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April 2010 Announcements archived

april 2010 news archived

News updated

Update Posted: Wednesday, August 2, 2010

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Two new galleries posted from "hidden treasures" exhibit opening

Gallery # 1

gallery # 2

Update Posted: Monday, August 2, 2010

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photo gallery "an evening at the museum" posted

Update Posted: Tuesday, July 27, 2010

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Paderewski photos added, FAQ's Added, press release added, museum news update, partial closure july 27!

Update Posted: Monday, July 26, 2010

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an open letter from representative quigley regarding his recent visit to poland

Link to a copy of the letter

Update Posted: Wednesday, July 21, 2010

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EVENING AT THE POLISH MUSEUM OF AMERICA

Thursday, July 22, 6:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.

Come join in the first Evening at the Polish Museum of America, Thursday, July 22nd, from 6:00-10:00pm! This is a chance to meet new people as you experience the Museum for the first time, or see it in a new way.

Click here for more information, or click the image on the left to download a printable flyer.

Update Posted: Tuesday, July 20, 2010

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NEW EXHIBIT OPENING

Hidden Treasures: The Polish Museum of America Graphic Art Collection

July 30–August 29, 2010 | Opening Reception: Friday, July 30, 7–9 p.m.

FREE CONCERT

Riccardo Muti leads the Chicago Symphony Orchestra in Millennium Park on September 19 at 5:30 p.m.: Verdi, Liszt, Tchakovsky, Respighi

FREE CHOIR PERFORMANCE

To celebrate its 20th anniversary, the Warsaw Archdiocesan Cathedral Choir of Men and Boys, better known as Cantores Minores, returns to the United States of America for the fifth time under the direction of founder and current conductor, Joseph A. Herter.

Update Posted: Tuesday, July 20, 2010

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DUPLICATE BOOKS AND ITEMS FROM THE PMA ATTIC SALE

Saturday, July 17, 2010, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Sunday, July 18, 2010, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Update Posted: Tuesday, July 13, 2010

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FIELD MUSEUM REPORT REVIEWED BY MUSEUM STAFF

Update Posted: Wednesday, July 14, 2010

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PRESIDENT KACZYNSKI CONDOLENCES PAGE UPDATED

A Press Release about Representative Quigley's recent visit to Poland and a photo gallery of the visit have been added to the President Kaczynski Condolences Page.

Additional Links for the Press Release:
Quigley continues to press Secretary Clinton and President Obama for action on including Poland in the Visa Waiver Program
A resolution commending the Community of Democracies and Poland’s contributions.

Update Posted: Monday, July 12, 2010

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July 15 Field Museum Event updated

The group event at the Field Museum on July 15 will now use a shuttle bus leaving from the Museum's parking lot at 9:00 a.m.  The bus will leave the Field Museum at 2:00 p.m. to allow participants to spend some time viewing Field Museum exhibits. 

Update Posted: Tuesday, July 6, 2010

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A gallery of recent happenings on Museum News

A small gallery of recent happenings has been posted on the Museum News page.

Update Posted: Thursday, July 1, 2010

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Planned website changes announced

Some changes to the website format have been announced.

Update Posted: Wednesday, June 30, 2010

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Duplicate Book Sale and Items from the PMA Attic Sale

Saturday, July 17, 2010, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Sunday, July 18, 2010, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

The Polish Museum of America Library is selling duplicate books in English and/or Polish on various Polish subjects, as well as a variety of books on non-Polish subjects. If you love books, this is the place to purchase them at discount prices. Give a book a home!

This year, we will also sell traditional Polish items: paintings, pottery, ornate frames, etc…

Click the link for more information and to print a coupon for a FREE GIFT!

Update Posted: Wednesday, June 23, 2010

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special visit to field museum announced

A special group visit to the Field Museum is announced for Thursday, July 15! Details here!

Update Posted: Wednesday, June 16, 2010

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MORE FROM SUMMER BALL 2010

A second gallery has been posted with more pictures from the 2010 Summer Ball.

Update Posted: Tuesday, June 15, 2010

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SUMMER BALL 2010 photo gallery posted; Projects with the field museum updated

School visit Photos Posted on Museum News Page

Update Posted: Monday, June 14, 2010

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calendar update, closing july 4 weekend, early close june 11, polish version link corrected

The Museum's Calender of Upcoming Events has been updated.  The Museum and Library will close early on June 11 to prepare for the Summer Ball that evening.  The Museum and Library will be closed July 3, 4 and 5 for the Fourth of July holiday.  A serious mistake for the website Polish version link has been corrected.  WE ARE SORRY!

Summer ball reservations

We have received tremendous support for our annual fundraiser tomorrow, A Summer Ball.  A big THANK YOU to the community.  We are most grateful for your generosity!

Update Posted: Thursday, June 10, 2010

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NEW WOJTEK GIL EXHIBIT

Around the World in 36 Frames—Opening June 25

Imagine...one camera, 36 people, 36 shots in 36 cities around the globe. Click here for more information.

Update Posted: Wednesday, June 9, 2010

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PHOTOS ADDED

Additional photos have been added to the Pianola Paderewski Recital photo gallery.

Update Posted: Tuesday, June 4, 2010

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NEW SUMMER INTERNS

The Museum has two new interns for this Summer, Mike Nelson and Jack Vishneski.  Welcome!  Thanks for your help!

Update Posted: Tuesday, June 3, 2010

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THE CHICAGO SOCIETY FOUNDATION DONATES $5,000

The Chicago Society Foundation recently approved $5,000.00 to the Polish Museum of America (PMA) for professional development services. The PMA, the oldest Polish museum of its kind in the United States, will apply the generous donation toward consultant fees in the area of public relations and development.

At the presentation are L to R: PMA Director Jan Lorys, PMA Treasurer Mitchelle Kmiec, Foundation Secretary/Past President Richard Ciesla, PMA President Maria Ciesla, Foundation President Walter Piecewicz, PMA Vice Chair Anna Sokolowski, Foundation Past President Donald Gutowski. (Click the photo to enlarge.)

Update Posted: Tuesday, June 2, 2010

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2010 SUMMER BALL

Last Chance! Reservations still being accepted!

The reservation deadline has been extended until June 5th. Click here for more information.

Update Posted: Tuesday, June 1, 2010

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POLISH ARTS CLUB OF CHICAGO—74TH ANNUAL ART EXHIBITION

Exhibition runs Sunday, May 23 through Saturday, June 12; hours are Friday through Wednesday, 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Click to see promotional poster.

Update Posted: Thursday, May 20, 2010

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$5,000 GoodSearch Giveaway—Three Days Only!

Here's a simple way for you to help support the PMA today! Just click on the link below to download free the PMA's GoodSearch toolbar: http://www.goodsearch.com/toolbar/polish-museum-of-america-pma.

 GoodSearch will donate $1 (up to $5,000 total) for every GoodSearch toolbar (supporting the PMA) that is downloaded between May 19th at 12 noon and May 21st at 12 noon Eastern Time! To help the PMA benefit from this contest, please download the GoodSearch toolbar now by following this link - http://www.goodsearch.com/toolbar/polish-museum-of-america-pma.

If you have any questions about GoodSearch, you can visit their FAQ page at http://www.goodsearch.com/About.aspx, or read more about how you can use GoodSearch to raise money for the PMA on our Membership and Donations page.

Update Posted: Wednesday, May 19, 2010

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Pianola Recital tickets selling very well!

For more information on the recital click here.

Update Posted: Thursday, May 13, 2010

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Wheeling High school visit

Photos of visit to the Museum by the Wheeling High School Polish Club.

Update Posted: Wednesday, May 12, 2010

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School visits and the pianola folks arrive

Photos of visits by two high school groups and the people from the Pianola Institute defy the volcanic ash and arrive at the Museum.

Update Posted: Tuesday, May 11, 2010

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Constitution Day Parade a success!

Comments on the parade.

Update Posted: Tuesday, May 4, 2010

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