The Polish Museum of America
984 N. Milwaukee Avenue
Chicago, IL 60642-4101
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The Polish Museum of America 984 N. Milwaukee Avenue Chicago, IL 60642-4101 Telephone: (773) 384-3352 Fax: (773) 384-3799 Email: Visit us! |
Welcome to the Polish Museum of America!Treasure of PoloniaHERE’S WHAT’S HAPPENING...Please read this important message from the President and Director of the PMAThe Polish Museum of America needs your help. Please click here for an important message from President, Maria Ciesla, and Director, Jan Lorys. Museum news - Chopin Recital a big successFriday's Chopin recital was a big success. Click here for details. Update Posted: Tuesday, March 15, 2010return to top of page | announcements archive index Lord & Taylor Fundraising to benefit the MuseumThe Polish Women's Alliance of America has announced that it is participating in a program at Lord & Taylor stores that offers special discounts to customers who present a coupon. The cost of the coupon is $5.00 and 80% with $4.00 going to The Polish Museum of American. Click here for more information. Update Posted: Tuesday, March 15, 2010return to top of page | announcements archive index Website Gets a Zinger - OW!A comment was received with a membership application this week that stated that the website was an "embarrassment." For more details on the Museum News page click here. Please email us at the link above with your opinion. return to top of page | announcements archive index Chopin Exhibit AnnouncedThe Museum is pleased to announce the opening of a temporary exhibit, piano performance and reception honoring Chopin for the 200th anniversary of his birth. Please click here for more information.
Update Posted: Tuesday, March 3, 2010return to top of page | announcements archive index Brief updateThe Museum News page has been updated with some brief announcements. Click here. Update Posted: Tuesday, March 3, 2010return to top of page | announcements archive index Lost and FoundPulaski Day has come and gone. As usual, several items were left at the Museum by their owners; a coat, hats, jewelry and the like. If you think you left something at the Museum, please come and check our "collection." Easter Egg Decorating Lecture - 7:00 p.m. March 19, 2010 at the MuseumMany people are
often familiar with egg decoration that reflects a particular ethnic
group. This lecture will present some of the more popular forms of
Ritualistic Egg Decorating, and some less so, as practiced not only in
Poland, but by it's neighbors, and those cultures surrounding them.
This is a deep, yet rich folk tradition that is shared by Slavs, and non
Slavs alike in this part of Europe, that predates Christianity, and one
will get a chance to glimpse, and explore the unique and interesting
ways that these eggs have been decorated over centuries. Also during
this time some of the history, folk legends, and traditions that revolve
around the decorated egg, will be addressed. This is a rare opportunity
for the senses to experience the myriad of colors, patterns, intricacy,
or simplicity that makes these eggs so special. It is believed that one
will walk away with a greater understanding, that makes these so very
much more than just decorated eggs, and how it relates to the
Springtime/ Easter holiday which has held such a special place in our
hearts. Background of the speaker: Arnie Klein, a
traditional folk artist, has been decorating eggs for the last 48
years. His work has been primarily the wax resist/ batik method of
Pisanki, but additionally he has researched, studied, and put into
practice numerous other techniques of egg decoration that are both
traditional and non traditional, as practiced in Central Europe. These
decorating techniques are reflective of Poland as well as such places
as, Ukraine, The Czech and Slovak Republics, Hungary, Lithuania,
Romania, and Bulgaria, to name a few. Some of these techniques are,
Linear Batik, Drop pull, Wax relief, Scratch Work, Acid Etched, as well
as numerous others. Mr. Klein has been recognized as a, "Folk Artist",
by numerous institutions, museums, associations, and organizations, as
well as for his continual work on the folk traditions of Central Europe,
and the Diaspora. He has also been a participant in a large variety of
presentations, and festivals of folk culture such as Michigan's, "Who's
Story", The Smithsonian Institute's, "Festival Of American Folk Life",
as well as many such festivals throughout North America, and Europe.
Additionally, he has given lectures, presentations, and exhibitions, on
The Ritualistic Egg Decorating Traditions, Embroidery and Textile
Traditions, and other Folk Life topics. Mr. Klein grew up in Hamtramck,
Michigan, which has been know for it's huge population of Polish
émigrés, and other ethnic groups settling in Hamtramck, and the
surrounding Detroit area, during the early part of the previous century,
and beyond. Admission: $5.00 Update Posted: Tuesday, March 2, 2010return to top of page | announcements archive index Casimir Pulaski Day, March 1, 2010Click here for Congressman Quigley's Pulaski Day press release and photo album from Pulaski Day at the Museum. Update Posted: Tuesday, March 2, 2010return to top of page | announcements archive index Celebrate Casimir Pulaski Day, March 1, 2010!If you cannot join us at the Museum to mark this special occasion, please join us via our live video link from 9:00 a.m. until Noon, Central Time. Click here for the live video. Update Posted: Wednesday, February 27, 2010return to top of page | announcements archive index MORE PHOTOS FROM WOJTEK GIL'S EXHIBIT OPENINGClick here to see more photos from the exciting opening of Wojtek Gil's camera obscura exhibit, Lensless Slides. The exhibit closed yesterday so click here to see what you missed. Update Posted: Wednesday, February 24, 2010return to top of page | announcements archive index PULASKI DAY CELEBRATION AT THE PMACelebrate Pulaski Day at the PMAChicago, IL - The public is invited to celebrate Pulaski Day on Monday, March 1, 2010, at 10 a.m. at The Polish Museum of America, 984 N. Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, Illinois. The presence of distinguished leaders of national, state, county and city government is anticipated, as well as leaders of Polonia. A short program of speakers will take place, followed by entertainment. Admission and parking are free. Update Posted: Tuesday, February 23, 2010return to top of page | announcements archive index UNVEILING OF THE ROYAL SLEIGHOpening Reception Friday, February 26, 7–9 p.m.
Update Posted: Monday, February 22, 2010return to top of page | announcements archive index Museum NEWSOpening Lensless Slides a big success. Presentation at UIC. Update Posted: Wednesday, February 17, 2010return to top of page | announcements archive index Museum NewsFour new photos of the new Wojtek Gill exhibit, "Lensless Slides," are posted. Exhibit opens tonight at 7:00. February 3rd photo album updated with one new photo of the Royal Sleigh. Update Posted: Friday, February 12, 2010return to top of page | announcements archive index 11TH POLISH CONSTITUTION DAY ART CONTESTOnce again the PMA is sponsoring an art contest in celebration of Polish Constitution Day. Open to all students in grades 6 to 12, this year's theme honors the 150th birthday of Ignacy Jan Paderewski and the 200th birthday of Frederyk Chopin. Prizes will be awarded and the best overall artwork will be framed and displayed on the PMA's float in the Polish Constitution Day Parade, to be held on May 1 in downtown Chicago. Deadline for submissions is April 16, 2010. Click here for more information and a printable application form. (When submitting electronic files to the PMA, please provide them in MS Word, MS Excel, Rich Text Format, PDF format, or JPG format.) Museum News UpdateBlizzard! Earthquake! Polish Green Building Council! Paderewski Recital! Lots Happening! Please visit the Museum's News Page! Update Posted: Thursday, February 11, 2010return to top of page | announcements archive index PULASKI DAY SCHOLARSHIPS ANNOUNCEDThe Polish Museum of America partners with Jewel Osco on Pulaski Day ScholarshipsThe Polish Museum of America is pleased to announce their new partnership with Jewel Osco. Jewel Osco, sponsors of the Pulaski Day Scholarship, have chosen the Polish Museum of America to facilitate their annual scholarships. The scholarships will be presented at the Official State of Illinois Pulaski Day Celebration, held in the Great Hall of the Polish Museum of America. The Polish Museum of America will select 5 recipients, each of whom will receive a $1,000.00 scholarship applicable for the 2010 school year. High school seniors, college and graduate students who will be continuing their studies are encouraged to apply. Submissions must be received by February 23, 2010. Click here for more information. (When submitting electronic files to the PMA, please provide them in MS Word, MS Excel, Rich Text Format, PDF format, or JPG format.) ADVISORY!A reminder that with bad weather predicted for This Tuesday and Wednesday, the Museum may be short of staff and may not open or may close early. PLEASE BE SURE TO CALL AHEAD TO MAKE SURE OF OUR STATUS BEFORE COMING TO THE MUSEUM! Update Posted: Monday, February 8, 2010return to top of page | announcements archive index UPCOMING EXHIBITPost No Bills: Contemporary Polish Posters—Opening April 16
Update Posted: Friday, February 5, 2010return to top of page | announcements archive index PISANKI & PALM WEAVING WORKSHOP
Latest Museum Newsb) Photo gallery of the Royal Sleigh installation. a) Operations Manager and PMA blogger, Rich Kujawa, comments on David Majkowski's change in volunteer status. Update Posted: Monday, February 3, 2010return to top of page | announcements archive index NEW BLOG ENTRYOperations Manager and PMA blogger, Rich Kujawa, comments on the web design process and kudos to David Majkowski. PMA 4.0 ... Launched!Welcome to the new English version of the Museum's website, aka, PMA 4.0! The first thing you'll probably notice is the new "look and feel." We've tried to jazz it up a little aesthetically and, at the same time, make it easier to find things and navigate the site. In addition, our mandate has always been to make our site tolerable for those folks out there who are still using dial-up, so though you may encounter more modern "bells and whistles" within PMA 4.0, we'll never add them for their own sake at the expense of bogging down your connection. Hopefully our broadband users will appreciate the speed too. Thank you to everyone who previewed our beta version and provided valuable feedback and suggestions—our new site is better for it. And even though we're now live with PMA 4.0, we still welcome comments, suggestions and constructive criticisms. Just click our email address in the top, right corner of this, or any other page, and drop us a line. Also watch for launch of the new Polish version of the site in March. Update Posted: Monday, February 2, 2010return to top of page | announcements archive index NEW PHOTO GALLERYPolish Community in ChicagoIn conjunction with a story about changes in Chicago's Polish community by Lynette Kalsnes, with photos by Peter Holderness, for Chicago Public Radio, the PMA presents this photo gallery of historic images from Chicago's Polish past. UPCOMING EXHIBITLenseless Slides from the Box of Wojtek Gil—Opening February 12
Update Posted: Thursday, January 28, 2010return to top of page | announcements archive index NEW BLOG ENTRYLaunching the English version of our new website (PMA 4.0) Monday. Pisanki workshop finalized. Click here for more. Update Posted: Wednesday, January 27, 2010return to top of page | announcements archive index PADEREWSKI RECITAL IN THE WORKS2010 is a special year at the Polish Museum of America—it's the 150th anniversary of Ignacy Jan Paderewski's birth. Those of you who have visited our Paderewski Room (especially since the recent renovation) will know of the special affinity we have for the Maestro and, indeed, of the affinity the Maestro had for us! In honor of the great man, we are pleased to be planning a unique recital, presented by the Pianola Institute, of Paderewski piano rolls performed on a 7-foot reproducing Steinway piano. The date we have set aside for this very special event is Sunday, May 16. We are still finalizing the details so check back often for more news on this exciting event. Update Posted: Tuesday, January 26, 2010return to top of page | announcements archive index New Blog EntryAmong the topics ... More Visitors; Special Book Sale; PMA Member e-Newsletter Coming; Allow Time for new Paderewski Room. Click here to read more. Update Posted: Monday, January 18, 2010return to top of page | announcements archive index A Painless And Fun Way to Benefit the PMAAre you a frequent Internet user and/or online shopper? Did you know you can support the PMA while you search the 'Net or shop online? The PMA is a designated charity at goodsearch.com. Never heard of GoodSearch (or its companion GoodShop)? Then click here to learn more ... and start searching and shopping for the PMA! Update Posted: Wednesday, January 13, 2010return to top of page | announcements archive index New Blog EntryPlenty of snow in Chicagoland making things very quiet. Update Posted: Monday, January 11, 2010return to top of page | announcements archive index New Blog Entry2009 not ending well; hopes for a better start to 2010. Update Posted: Monday, January 4, 2010return to top of page | announcements archive index
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The Mission of The Polish Museum of America, an integral part of the dynamic mosaic of Polish life in Chicago, is to promulgate the rich cultural history of the Polish people by collecting, preserving, interpreting, and displaying materials related to this heritage; and to integrate these resources into appropriate programs, activities, and exhibitions that enrich the intellectual and artistic lives of all members of society. |
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