Celebrating 3 May Constitution Day

May 3rd marks a historic moment close to our hearts: 3 May Constitution Day. On this day in 1791, the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth adopted its groundbreaking constitution, a milestone that echoed through the annals of history.

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Happy Birthday to Mikołaj Kopernik!

Celebrate Mikołaj Kopernik's revolutionary contributions to astronomy with us! Explore our collection, including an announcement from Jagiellonian University dating back to 1873, and a unique photograph featuring a sculpture by Stanislaw Szukalski. Join us in honoring Kopernik's enduring legacy and the artistic expressions inspired by his ideas!

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Opening reception of PRCUA: 150 Years of Cultural, Financial, and Spiritual Growth

Join us in celebrating the 150th anniversary of the Polish Roman Catholic Union of America (PRCUA)! Explore our rich history of cultural, financial, and spiritual growth at the Polish Museum of America. Don't miss the jubilee mass at Holy Trinity Catholic Church and a festive brunch. Congratulations to PRCUA on

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Juneteenth 2023

Of the 4,000 Poles who joined the Northern armies, many had military experience in Europe. This included General Włodzimierz Krzyzanowski, who fought in the failed military expedition and insurrection of 1846 and escaped to America.

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Happy Polish Mother’s Day!

Today, we gather to celebrate one of the most cherished holidays on the calendar—a day dedicated to honoring and expressing gratitude to our beloved mothers for their unwavering dedication in raising us. On this special occasion, we extend our heartfelt wishes to all the remarkable mothers who selflessly invest their

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Happy International Museum Day!

As we commemorate International Museum Day on May 18th, we reflect on the profound impact museums have on our society.

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3 May Constitution Day

Today we celebrate 3 May Constitution Day, which commemorates the enactment of the Polish Constitution that came into effect on 3 May 1791. On this date in Warsaw, the sejm of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth adopted the document which was the second written constitution in the world and the first in

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