Happy World Art Day!

April 15 marks World Art Day, a global celebration dedicated to fostering the development, dissemination, and appreciation of art, as declared during the 40th session of UNESCO’s General Conference in 2019.

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Honoring the Legacy of Mieczysław Haiman

March 31, 2024, marks the 136th birthday of Mieczysław Haiman (1888 - 1949), the first curator of the Polish Museum of America!

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Happy World Theater Day!

On March 27 we celebrate the art form that brings stories to life, stirs emotions, and unites cultures worldwide. At the Polish Museum of America, we're honored to pay tribute to the rich tapestry of theater history that resonates deeply within our community.

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5th Polish Theater Congress

The 5th Polish Theater Congress in Chicago honors the Polish Museum of America's cultural preservation, showcasing Chicago's rich Polish theater history and the enduring legacy of Polish culture in America.

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Exciting Start of the Season: Back to School with a Visit to the PMA!

DePaul University students set the season in motion with an inspiring visit to the Polish Museum of America.

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Polish Language Schools: A Tour of Our Museum’s Collection and Exhibits

Academy of Polish Language and Culture (Akademia Języka Polskiego i Kultury im. Marszałka J. Piłsudskiego) and Nicholaus Copernicus Polish School (Polska Szkoła Mikołaja Kopernika) – thank you for your interest in Polish history, culture, and language.

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Exploring the Enigmatic World of Čiurlionis’ Paintings

The Polish Museum of America staff visited the Lithuanian Youth Center to experience an immersive VR animation based on Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis' paintings. Čiurlionis has special ties to Poland and the exhibit closes on May 31.

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Happy International Women’s Day!

Happy International Women's Day! Celebrate with us by visiting our museum and discovering the inspiring stories of trailblazing women who have changed our world.

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Hutsul Region: The Slavic Atlantis in Former Polish Lands – Huculszczyzna

If you enjoy learning about the culture and history of different regions, then you should definitely watch the film, Hutsul Region: The Slavic Atlantis in Former Polish Lands. This movie is a fascinating exploration of the rich cultural heritage of this region in the Carpathian Mountains.

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MSI’s Christmas Around the World and Holidays of Light

Don’t miss your chance to create unique holiday memories and see a tree decorated in honor of Poland. Christmas Around the World and Holidays of Light are open from November 16, 2022 until January 4th, 2023, and are included in Museum Entry.

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