Death Anniversary of John Paul II

April 2 marks the 20th anniversary of the passing of Pope John Paul II. As we remember his life we reflect on his profound impact on both Poland and the world. His unwavering commitment to faith, peace, and human dignity continues to inspire people of all backgrounds.

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The Birth Anniversary of Mieczysław Haiman

March 31 marks the birth anniversary of Mieczysław Haiman (1888–1949), the first curator of the PMA.

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56 kościołów: Katalog parafii rzymskokatolickich w Archidiecezji Chicagowskiej założonych w latach 1867-1928

Muzeum Polskie w Ameryce gościło wyjątkowe wydarzenie „Meet the Author” z udziałem Ani Fink, autorki książki „56 kościołów: Katalog parafii rzymskokatolickich w Archidiecezji Chicagowskiej założonych w latach 1867-1928”.

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Polish Club from Wisconsin Dells Visits Museum – Paderewski’s Story Touched Hearts

29 marca Muzeum odwiedziła grupa z Polskiego Klubu Wisconsin Dells pod przewodnictwem ks. Piotra Janasa. Największe wrażenie zrobiła wystawa poświęcona Paderewskiemu, która głęboko poruszyła zwiedzających.

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PMA mourns the loss of PMA Volunteer Halina Czajkowska-Dudzic

With heavy hearts, we announce that after an illness, the wonderful teacher, methodologist, educator, writer, poet, playwright, mentor, and friend to many teachers and students, Halina Czajkowska-Dudzic (June 16, 1947 – March 22, 2025), has passed away in Poland.

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A Living History Lesson: Wartime Experiences and Artifacts at the PMA

On March 22, 2025, the Polish Museum of America hosted an immersive and educational event that brought history to life! In collaboration with historical educator Marek Rowicki, guests had the opportunity to explore the stories, artifacts, and experiences that shaped Polish resistance during WWII.

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Father Bronisław Staworowski at the PMA

On March 17, we had the pleasure of welcoming Father Bronisław Staworowski, a Franciscan OFMConv from St. Francis Parish in Zielona Góra, to the Polish Museum of America.

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Antoni Czupryna and Stanisław Bolesław Sroka at the PMA 

The Polish Museum of America had the pleasure of hosting Antoni Czupryna, co-creator of the exhibition “100 Years of Polish Sailing,” whose ship’s wheel, paintings, and flags are part of our display, and Stanisław Bolesław Sroka, who generously donated a book by Gen. Mariusz Zaruski to the exhibition.

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Young Explorers Discover Polish Heritage at the PMA

On March 15, the Polish Museum of America had the pleasure of welcoming enthusiastic students from grades 5, 6, and 7 of St. Queen Jadwiga Polish Language School in Chicago.

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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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