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
966–2026: Marking 1060 Years of Poland’s Baptism
On April 14th, we mark 1060th anniversary of the Baptism of Poland – one of the most consequential events in the history of Central Europe.
Remembering the Katyń Massacre
On April 10th, we pause to commemorate the 86th anniversary of the Katyń Massacre – one of the darkest chapters in Polish history. In the spring of 1940, Soviet NKVD executed nearly 22,000 Polish citizens – military officers, intellectuals, priests, and countless others. The killings were part of deliberate effort
Pulaski Day 2026 Celebration at the PMA
The Polish Museum of America was pleased to celebrate Pulaski Day on March 2, 2026. We wish to thank everyone who joined us either in person or virtually – your support and enthusiasm added immense joy to the celebration, and we're truly grateful!
Painting Chopin: 10th Chopin in the City Festival at the PMA
On February 22, the Polish Museum of America hosted a very special event as part of the 10th anniversary of the Chopin in the City Festival – “Painting Chopin.”
Tadeusz Kościuszko: 280th Birthday
On February 4, 2026, we commemorate the 280th birthday of Tadeusz Kościuszko – one of the most distinguished figures in the shared history of Poland and the United States.
Since 1937: 89 Years of the Polish Museum of America
On January 12, 2026, the Polish Museum of America commemorates the 89th anniversary of the official opening to the public, which took place on January 12, 1937, in the PRCUA Auditorium.
Paderewski’s 165th Birth Anniversary
On November 6th, we celebrate the 165th anniversary of the birth of Ignacy Jan Paderewski – the world-renowned pianist, composer, statesman, and one of the greatest figures in Polish history.
PMA Honored at the 75th Anniversary Gala of the Polish Scouting Organization
On October 25, the Polish Museum of America was honored to take part in the 75th Anniversary Gala of the Polish Scouting Organization of Illinois.
About our museum
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.
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