PRCUA Makes History with First All-Woman National Leadership Team
On Sunday, September 13, 2026, the Polish Museum of America (PMA) was honored to celebrate alongside the Polish Roman Catholic Union of America (PRCUA) as the organization began a historic new chapter with its first all-woman national leadership team.
Wishing Pani Misia a Happy Retirement!
The Polish Museum of America (PMA) was honored to join our colleagues at the Polish Roman Catholic Union of America (PRCUA) in celebrating Ms. Micheline Jaminski as she concludes twelve years of dedicated service as Vice President of the PRCUA and Vice Chair of the PMA.
September 11 – 25 Years of Remembrance
Today, we remember those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001, and honor the first responders, rescue workers, volunteers, and ordinary people who showed extraordinary courage and compassion in the face of tragedy.
Labor Day Closure – PMA & PRCUA
In observance of Labor Day, the Polish Museum of America and the Polish Roman Catholic Union of America offices will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2026. We will reopen and welcome everyone back on Tuesday, September 8.
September 1, 1939: We Remember
On September 1, the Polish Museum of America solemnly commemorates the 87th anniversary of the German invasion of Poland in 1939, which marked the beginning of World War II.
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
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The Polish Museum of America (PMA), the crown jewel of the Polish-American community established in 1935, is one of the oldest and largest ethnic museums in the United States.
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