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
Happy Children’s Day from the PMA!
On June 1st, we celebrate Children’s Day in Poland! At the Polish Museum of America, we extend our warmest wishes to all children – both the young and the young at heart. Childhood is a time of curiosity, imagination, discovery, and wonder. No matter our age, those qualities continue to
The PMA Celebrates Constitution Day at Chicago’s May 3rd Parade
The Polish Museum of America extends its heartfelt thanks to everyone who joined us for this year’s May 3rd Constitution Day Parade in Chicago!
The PMA Celebrates Polish Flag Day and Polish Diaspora Day
On May 2, the Polish Museum of America marks Polish Flag Day and Polish Diaspora Day – two occasions that celebrate national identity and the global Polish community.
Join the PMA at the May 3rd Parade!
The Polish Museum of America proudly invites you to celebrate one of the most important dates in Polish history – Constitution Day (May 3rd) – at this year’s parade in Chicago!
Congratulations to Stephen and Jamie Kuśmierczak!
The Polish Museum of America proudly celebrates Stephen Kuśmierczak, member of the PMA Board of Directors, and his wife Jamie, recipients of the 2026 Medal of Recognition awarded by the Kościuszko Foundation during its 89th Annual Dinner and Ball at the iconic Plaza Hotel in New York.
Happy Men’s Day!
On March 10, we celebrate Men’s Day in Poland. This date coincides with the feast of the Forty Martyrs of Sebaste, which in folk tradition has long been associated with bravery and strength of spirit.
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!
Happy Grandmother’s and Grandfather’s Day from the PMA!
In Poland, Grandmother’s and Grandfather’s Day are celebrated on January 21 and 22 – days to honor those who carry memory, tradition and lived history.
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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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