Happy Birthday to Mr. Jan Loryś!

Today, we celebrate Mr. Jan Loryś' milestone 75th birthday at the Polish Museum of America! As our esteemed historian, his dedication to preserving Polish heritage is unparalleled.

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The Visit from the Missionary Sisters of St. Benedict from Oak Forest, IL

The Polish Museum of America hosted the Missionary Sisters of St. Benedict, exploring history and learning about their inspiring work. Grateful for their visit, we look forward to hosting them again!

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A Special Visit from the Wielkopolska Museum of Independence

Discover the cultural exchange between the Polish Museum of America and the Wielkopolska Museum of Independence, showcasing the rich history of Polish Americans' involvement in Wielkopolska affairs and the establishment of a new Museum of Wielkopolska Uprising 1918-1919 in Poznań.

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Forging Connections: Consulate-General of Japan’s Special Visit to Polish Museum of America

Polish Museum of America welcomed distinguished guests Consul Rie Arai and Deputy Consul-General Naoya Kishi from the Consulate-General of Japan in Chicago. They delved into our unique archival collection, including original Japanese letters from 1939, shedding light on WWII perspectives. The visit initiated a series, celebrating vibrant Polish-Japanese ties. Gratitude

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Welcoming Special Guests from the Scouting Association of the Republic

Special day at the Polish Museum of America as we hosted esteemed members of the ZHR Scouting Association from London and Chicago. Scoutmasters Franek Pepliński, Aneta Macheta, and Beata Chodorowska-Niebrugge explored our rich exhibits guided by our experts, including the iconic Great Hall and Paderewski Room. A memorable gathering we're

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