From History to Heritage: Kościuszko School Students Visit PMA
On Saturday, May 10, 2025, the Polish Museum of America had the honor of hosting students from the Polish School of the 7th Kościuszko Escadrille, located by the Consulate General of the Republic of Poland in Chicago.
Cardinal Robert Prevost of Chicago Becomes Pope Leo XIV
On May 8, 2025, we joyfully celebrate the election of Cardinal Robert Prevost, born in Chicago, as the new Pope of the Catholic Church! As the first pope from the United States, he has chosen the name Leo XIV.
Descendants of Komierowski Family at the Museum
The Polish Museum of America welcomed descendants of the Komierowski family from Pałac Komierowo, celebrating shared heritage and a generous publication donation.
PMA Welcomes a Delegation from Poland
On May 2, Polish Flag Day and Polish Diaspora Day, the Polish Museum of America welcomed a high-level delegation from Poland, celebrating shared heritage and the strong ties between Poland and the Polish American community.
PMA to Celebrate Polish Constitution Day at the Annual Parade
On May 3, the Polish Museum of America will proudly celebrate Polish Constitution Day, commemorating the adoption of the historic Constitution of May 3, 1791. As the first democratic constitution in Europe and the second in the world, following only the U.S. Constitution, it marked a groundbreaking moment in the
Vatican Clergy Visit the Polish Museum of America
We were honored to welcome two Vatican guests this Holy Saturday: Fr. Dr. Waldemar Turek and Fr. Dr. Arkadiusz Nocoń from the Secretariat of State. Thank you for visiting the Polish Museum of America — and happy Easter!
Pisanki Workshop 2025 Recap
Celebrate Polish Easter traditions with the Polish Museum of America’s Pisanki workshop, where guests learned wax-resist egg decorating with expert Christine Frankowicz-Burd.
Welcoming the Kashubian Cultural Institute to Chicago
We recently welcomed Jeff Turkowski, Director of the Kashubian Cultural Institute & Polish Museum in Winona, MN, along with Polish-American students preparing for a cultural exchange trip to Poland. With guidance from Beata Pawlikowska, the group explored the museum’s collection and shared in a meaningful celebration of heritage.
Celebrating Tradition and Culture
On April 12, we had the distinct honor of welcoming the General Stanisław Maczek Polish Language School for adults, based in South Bend, Indiana. The group took part in a thoughtfully curated Easter egg painting workshop, embracing a cherished Polish tradition with creativity and enthusiasm.
Discovering Polish Roots – Fryderyk Chopin School Students Visit the Museum
On April 4, our Museum had the distinct pleasure of welcoming eighth-grade students from the Fryderyk Chopin Polish School. The group explored our exhibitions under the insightful guidance of Beata Pawlikowska and Krzysztof Branka.
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.
Daily Hours
8 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Museum: 8 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Shop: 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
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