Picasso Model Donated to the PMA
On August 13, the Polish Museum of America (PMA) was delighted to receive a remarkable donation from Janine Rychalski — a model connected with Chicago’s iconic Picasso sculpture.
Modrzejewska’s Great-Great-Grandson Visits the PMA
On August 13, the Polish Museum of America (PMA) was delighted to welcome Ralph Modjeski Pattison, great-great-grandson of the legendary Polish actress Helena Modrzejewska (Modjeska), and his wife, Cynthia Holmes.
August 15 – Polish Armed Forces Day & Our Lady of the Herbs
On August 15, Poland observes Polish Armed Forces Day, commemorating the Polish victory in the Battle of Warsaw in 1920, one of the defining events in the history of the restored Polish Republic. On this day, we remember and honor all those who have served and continue to serve in
PRCUA’s 64th Quadrennial Convention
The Polish Museum of America (PMA) was honored to participate in the 64th Quadrennial Convention of the Polish Roman Catholic Union of America (PRCUA), held virtually this year. The PMA was represented by our Managing Director, Małgorzata Kot, who participated as a delegate, and PMA President Richard Owsiany, who served
President Agnieszka Bastrzyk Represents PMA and PRCUA in Algonquin
On August 1, 2026, Agnieszka Bastrzyk, President of the Polish Roman Catholic Union of America (PRCUA) and Chair of the Polish Museum of America Board of Directors, proudly represented our institutions during the 82nd Anniversary of the Warsaw Uprising commemorative ceremony held in Algonquin, Illinois, organized by Polish & Slavic
The Szafrański Sisters: An Evening of Poetic Song at the PMA
The Polish Museum of America (PMA) had the pleasure of hosting an Evening of Poetic Song on July 31, featuring the Szafrański Sisters – Izabela and Gabriela Szafrański, accompanied by Bartek Ciężobka on piano.








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