The 110th Anniversary of the Library at the PMA

Celebrate the 110th anniversary of the Polish Museum of America Library—one of the most significant Polish libraries in the U.S., preserving heritage since 1915.

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The Baptism of Poland – April 14, 966

On April 14, 966, Prince Mieszko I was baptized, marking the symbolic beginning of the Polish state and its entry into the community of Christian Europe.

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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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Celebrating 15 Years of PSFCU in Mount Prospect

Congratulations to the Polish & Slavic Federal Credit Union – Mount Prospect Division on their 15th anniversary!

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Celebrating Kosciuszko’s Name Day: Honoring Małgorzata Kot

On October 25th, the Polish Museum of America celebrated the historic tradition of Kosciuszko's Name Day, honoring Tadeusz Kosciuszko’s legacy and Polish heritage.

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Anniversary of the Arrival of S/Y Poleszuk in Chicago

On September 17th, we celebrate the anniversary of the arrival of the legendary yacht S/Y Poleszuk in Chicago, marking a significant chapter in the history of Polish sailing. Built originally as a fast motorboat, S/Y Poleszuk was taken over by the Polish Scouting and Guiding Association in 1937.

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Happy 60th Birthday, James J. Robaczewski!

On August 30th, we celebrate a remarkable leader and dear friend, the Board Chairman of the Polish Museum of America and President of the Polish Roman Catholic Union of America, James J. Robaczewski.

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Celebrating a Century of Polish Sailing!

On August 16, the Polish Museum of America proudly celebrated the opening of the exhibition “100 Years of Polish Sailing,” showcasing Polish and Polish-American rich and captivating maritime history. The ceremony began with a solemn moment as the Polish flag was raised to the sound of a bell, followed by

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Celebrating 109 Years of the PMA Library!

On April 18 we commemorate a significant milestone in our history—the ceremonial opening of the PMA Library in 1915. Blessed by Father Jan Obyrtacz, this institution has been a beacon of Polish literature and culture for over a century.

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Celebrating Chopin’s 214th Birthday and Musical Legacy

Happy Birthday to Fryderyk Chopin! Today, we celebrate the 214th anniversary of the birth of the legendary composer and pianist, born on March 1, 1810. The exact birth date of Fryderyk Chopin is shrouded in mystery, with conflicting records suggesting either February 22 or March 1. In light of this

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