Happy Father’s Day!
Today, June 21, the Polish Museum of America extends its warmest wishes to all fathers and father figures. Thank you for your love, guidance, and the important role you play in shaping future generations.
PMA and PRCUA Offices Closed for Juneteenth
The offices of the Polish Museum of America (PMA) and the Polish Roman Catholic Union of America (PRCUA) will be closed on Friday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth. The PMA Museum will remain open to visitors during its regular weekend hours, Saturday and Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00
In Memory of Clara Krol, Daughter of PMA Founder Joseph Kania
It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of Clara G. “Claire” Krol (née Kania), beloved daughter of Joseph L. Kania, past President of the Polish Roman Catholic Union of America (PRCUA) and founder of the Polish Museum of America (PMA).
Happy Birthday to the PMA Managing Director, Małgorzata Kot!
This past weekend at the Polish Museum of America, several important occasions came together at the same time. We marked the 46th Annual Summer Gala, the upcoming 250th anniversary of the United States, and the birthday of our Managing Director, Małgorzata Kot.
The PMA Hosts 46th Annual Summer Gala
On June 12, 2026 the Polish Museum of America (PMA) was pleased to host the 46th Annual Summer Gala, held at the O’Hare Tech Center in Schiller Park – our largest fundraiser, with proceeds supporting general operations of the PMA. This year’s Gala celebrated the contributions of Polish Americans to
A New Article on Julian S. Krupa in “Komiks i My”
The Polish Museum of America is pleased to share that Sławomir Zajączkowski, editor of the comic magazine “Komiks i My,” recently published an article dedicated to Julian S. Krupa titled “Polski Flash Gordon” (“Polish Flash Gordon”). The PMA was happy to contribute research materials for the article, including original comic
The Skoble Family and Paderewski’s Legacy
On June 4th, the Polish Museum of America was honored to welcome Aeon J. Skoble, Professor of Philosophy at Bridgewater State University in Massachusetts.
Happy Children’s Day from the PMA!
On June 1st, we celebrate Children’s Day in Poland! At the Polish Museum of America, we extend our warmest wishes to all children – both the young and the young at heart. Childhood is a time of curiosity, imagination, discovery, and wonder. No matter our age, those qualities continue to
Summer Gala Reminder: Reserve Your Tickets Today!
A friendly reminder that the 46th Annual Polish Museum of America Summer Gala will take place on Friday, June 12, 2026, our most important annual fundraiser supporting the Museum’s operations. This year’s Gala celebrates Polish American contributions to 250 years of American Independence.
Revisiting Comic History with Mary Ann Stickler-Krupa
The Polish Museum of America had the pleasure of hosting Mary Ann Stickler-Krupa and her husband during a recent visit to the Museum. Mary Ann’s father was comic artist Julian S. Krupa, creator of the comic strips for the comic book “Przygody Ryszarda” (1936), which she generously donated to the












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