BG Casimir Pulaski Day

Illinois celebrates Pulaski Day on March 6 to honor Brigadier General Casimir Pulaski, who played a crucial role in the American Revolution. Join the annual celebration of his life at PMA-online to learn more about his legacy and Poland's contribution to America's defeat over Great Britain.

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The One-Year Anniversary of the War between Russia and Ukraine

One year on from the start of the Russia-Ukraine war, the conflict shows no signs of abating, and the situation on the ground remains extremely volatile.

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Remembering the Surrealist Legacy of Zdzisław Beksiński on the Anniversary of His Death

Today is another anniversary of the death of Zdzisław Beksiński - one of the most prominent Polish artists, known primarily for his unique, surrealistic creations.

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2023 President’s Day

Happy Presidents' Day from the Polish Museum of America. Życzenia dobrego Dnia Prezydentów od Muzeum Polskiego w Ameryce!

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Happy Birthday Mikolaj Kopernik

This Sunday February 19 the world will stop to observe the 550th anniversary of the birth of Nicholaus Copernicus - the Polish astronomer who stopped the Sun and moved the Earth as our Polish saying goes!

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Tłusty Czwartek / Fat Thursday

Pączki Day, a beloved Christian tradition, has been celebrated for centuries as a way to bid farewell to winter and indulge in rich, fatty foods.

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The best wishes to All Wonderful Grandparents!

Happy Grandmother’s (today) and Grandfather’s Day (tomorrow)! Happy #DzieńBabci and #DzieńDziadka! The best wishes to All Wonderful Grandparents! Stanley Dulak with Grandma and Grandpa Kuflewski in the front of the drugstore at 2759 W. 22nd St., Chicago, IL; 08/17/1927. PMA Collection 2009.004.0035

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The official opening of the Museum took place exactly 86 years ago!

86 years ago today, the Museum opened its doors for the first time in the PRCUA Auditorium. Dignitaries from the Polish government, Polish-American organizations, and Chicago officials were all in attendance to celebrate this momentous occasion!

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Zapal Światło Wolności

Zapraszamy do włączenia się w akcję pt. „Zapal Światło Wolności” organizowaną przez Stowarzyszenie Pamięć.

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130th Anniversary of Ignacy Jan Paderewski in Chicago

The PMA invites you to view its newest film, capturing a special event held in conjunction with Glessner House, commemorating the 130th anniversary of Ignacy Jan Paderewski's first visit to Chicago.

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