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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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

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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

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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 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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