The Polish Museum of America offers permanent and temporary exhibits, cultural events, lectures, concerts, author and artist meetings, and workshops.
The Library holds over 100,000 books in Polish and English available for research and lending, the Polonica Collection, rare books, and periodicals.
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05 Dec
Happy Mikołajki from PMA
Read moreHappy Mikołajki, everyone! December 6th marks a festive tradition filled with joy and kindness.
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27 Nov
Giving Tuesday @ The Polish Museum of America
Read moreThis Giving Tuesday, show your support for the Polish Museum of America! Thank you! W tegoroczny Dobroczynny Wtorek prosimy o wsparcie misji Muzeum Polskego w
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22 Nov
Executive Board Elections at the PMA
Read moreFantastic updates! We're delighted to share that at the Polish Museum of America underwent recent elections on October 24th. The composition of the Executive Committee
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21 Nov
Happy Thanksgiving from the Polish Museum of America!
Read moreAs we gather to give thanks, we want to extend our warmest wishes to everyone celebrating this special day. May your homes be filled with
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21 Nov
The Visit from the Missionary Sisters of St. Benedict from Oak Forest, IL
Read moreThe Polish Museum of America hosted the Missionary Sisters of St. Benedict, exploring history and learning about their inspiring work. Grateful for their visit, we
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20 Nov
6th Interdisciplinary Conference “Women for Women”
Read moreThe Polish Museum of America welcomed the 6th Interdisciplinary Conference "Women for Women." Ten remarkable women, pioneers in their respective fields, graced our halls to
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18 Nov
Emilia Plater School Visit: A Day of Polish Heritage Joy
Read moreEmilia Plater School's visit was a joyous exploration of Polish heritage. Thanks to the students and our team, your support helps preserve and share our
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17 Nov
Dr. Michal Mraczek Explores Polish Heritage at PMA
Read moreWe welcomed Dr. Michal Mraczek, an assistant professor from Wroclaw, for research at our library, guided by our expert Krystyna Grell. Our extensive collection of
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At vero eos et accusamus et iusto odio dignissimos ducimus qui blanditiis praesentium voluptatum deleniti atque corrupti quos.We want you to be part of our museum, experience its beauty and this is why we offer several ways to let you engage with us to help maintain and develop the museums
Our Video Tour
Virtual walk
Although the Polish Museum of America is closed due to Covid-19, you can take a virtual tour. We are happy to present the virtual tour, room by room.
Funding for this video project was provided by the Ministry of Culture and National Heritage of the Republic of Poland. || (Dofinansowano ze środków Ministra Kultury i Dziedzictwa Narodowego Rzeczypospolitej Polskiej).
Produced by The Polish Museum of America: Richard Owsiany, President; Małgorzata Kot, Managing Director
Videography: Jakub Zajaczkowski and Paul Wesolowski
Consultation: Ewa Figurski
Our history
About PMA
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.
984 North Milwaukee AvenueChicago, 60642IllinoisU.S.A.View on Google Maps(773) 384-3352- Admission:
- Adults - $10
- Seniors - $8.50
- Students - $8.50
- Members - $6
We want you to be part of our museum, experience its beauty and this is why we offer several ways to let you engage with us to help maintain and develop the museum. Whether you are a student aspiring a career in social work or a business person who loves to preserve and care about the local history or a couple looking to get lost in an awesome place. We have everything for all of you. Become a member today!
What our Visitors say
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Grandson of Stephen de Ropp (Baron de Ropp) Here to celebrate my mother’s 70th Birthday (family heritage trip) I remember playing chess and having tea with my grandfather as a young boy. I cherish those times. 3 children – Sarah, Andrea, Matthew
Oct 17 2009
Steven Torzone -
Z podziękowaniem za gościnność oraz podziwem dla pracy, zaangażowania całego Zespołu, a także ofertę wszelkiej współpracy. Uczestnicy narady konsulów RP w Ameryce Północnej.
7.10.2008
Konsulowie RP w Ameryce -
Bardzo jestem wdzięczny, że Muzeum mi pomaga z materiałami o nowojorskiej wystawie w 1939 roku. Tutejsza wystawa jest bardzo ciekawa i bardzo dziękuję pracownikom Muzeum, za miłe rozmowy.
18.11.208
Ulrich Schmid -
Dzięki Wam przeżyłem z radością te kilka lat po przejściu na emeryturę. Wracam na stałe do Polski, ale będę o Was zawsze pamiętał.
10.05.2008
Lech Wolski