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.
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.
Happy Śmigus-Dyngus Day from the PMA!
Happy Śmigus-Dyngus Day from the Polish Museum of America!
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.
National Museum in Warsaw Delegation at PMA
On February 22, 2025, the Polish Museum of America had the honor of hosting a delegation of specialists from the National Museum in Warsaw, organized by the Ministry of Culture and National Heritage.
Dedication Ceremony: Symbol of Poland Reborn
On June 8, 2024, the Polish Museum of America proudly hosted a heartfelt dedication ceremony for the newly conserved "Symbol of Poland Reborn" stained glass window. This significant restoration was generously funded in memory of Zbigniew Uzarowicz by his wife Betty, son Piotr and wife Ellen, and grandchildren Harlow and
Happy International Museum Day!
Since 1977, museums worldwide have united on May 18 to honor our shared commitment to education and research. The occasion showcases a particular theme that changes every year, reflecting pertinent issues or themes confronting museums on a global scale.
Celebrating 109 Years of the PMA Library!
On April 18 we commemorate a significant milestone in our history—the ceremonial opening of the PMA Library in 1915. Blessed by Father Jan Obyrtacz, this institution has been a beacon of Polish literature and culture for over a century.
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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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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