Celebrating Tradition and Culture

On April 12, we had the distinct honor of welcoming the General Stanisław Maczek Polish Language School for adults, based in South Bend, Indiana. The group took part in a thoughtfully curated Easter egg painting workshop, embracing a cherished Polish tradition with creativity and enthusiasm.

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April 10 – In Remembrance

April 10 marks the 85th anniversary of the Katyń Massacre, one of the most painful chapters in Polish history. In the spring of 1940, more than 22,000 Polish military officers, police, intellectuals, and civil servants were murdered by the Soviet NKVD in the forests of Katyń, as well as in

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Discovering Polish Roots – Fryderyk Chopin School Students Visit the Museum

On April 4, our Museum had the distinct pleasure of welcoming eighth-grade students from the Fryderyk Chopin Polish School. The group explored our exhibitions under the insightful guidance of Beata Pawlikowska and Krzysztof Branka.

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Death Anniversary of John Paul II

April 2 marks the 20th anniversary of the passing of Pope John Paul II. As we remember his life we reflect on his profound impact on both Poland and the world. His unwavering commitment to faith, peace, and human dignity continues to inspire people of all backgrounds.

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The Birth Anniversary of Mieczysław Haiman

March 31 marks the birth anniversary of Mieczysław Haiman (1888–1949), the first curator of the PMA.

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56 kościołów: Katalog parafii rzymskokatolickich w Archidiecezji Chicagowskiej założonych w latach 1867-1928

Muzeum Polskie w Ameryce gościło wyjątkowe wydarzenie „Meet the Author” z udziałem Ani Fink, autorki książki „56 kościołów: Katalog parafii rzymskokatolickich w Archidiecezji Chicagowskiej założonych w latach 1867-1928”.

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Polish Club from Wisconsin Dells Visits Museum – Paderewski’s Story Touched Hearts

29 marca Muzeum odwiedziła grupa z Polskiego Klubu Wisconsin Dells pod przewodnictwem ks. Piotra Janasa. Największe wrażenie zrobiła wystawa poświęcona Paderewskiemu, która głęboko poruszyła zwiedzających.

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PMA mourns the loss of PMA Volunteer Halina Czajkowska-Dudzic

With heavy hearts, we announce that after an illness, the wonderful teacher, methodologist, educator, writer, poet, playwright, mentor, and friend to many teachers and students, Halina Czajkowska-Dudzic (June 16, 1947 – March 22, 2025), has passed away in Poland.

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A Living History Lesson: Wartime Experiences and Artifacts at the PMA

On March 22, 2025, the Polish Museum of America hosted an immersive and educational event that brought history to life! In collaboration with historical educator Marek Rowicki, guests had the opportunity to explore the stories, artifacts, and experiences that shaped Polish resistance during WWII.

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Father Bronisław Staworowski at the PMA

On March 17, we had the pleasure of welcoming Father Bronisław Staworowski, a Franciscan OFMConv from St. Francis Parish in Zielona Góra, to the Polish Museum of America.

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