Renowned Bharatanatyam Dancer Apeksha Niranjan Visits the PMA
On September 13, 2025, The Polish Museum of America had the pleasure of welcoming Apeksha Niranjan, an acclaimed Bharatanatyam dancer, choreographer, and researcher from Mumbai.
Guild of the Balzekas Museum Visits PMA
On Saturday, August 2, 2025, the Polish Museum of America had the pleasure of welcoming a group from the Guild of the Balzekas Museum of Lithuanian Culture. The group began their day with a visit to the Ukrainian National Museum and, after lunch, toured the Polish Museum of America.
SAIC Visits the PMA
On Monday, March 11, we hosted a group of students from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago.
Birthday Anniversary of I. J. Paderewski
Discover the legacy of Ignacy Jan Paderewski, a virtuoso pianist and statesman, at the Polish Museum of America. Explore his impact on Polish history and culture through our curated collection of artifacts and documents. Join us in celebrating the life of this extraordinary patriot and musician.
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.
Explore the Legacy of Jan Ignacy Paderewski on his Death Anniversary
On June 29th, we commemorate the death anniversary of Jan Ignacy Paderewski, a remarkable figure in Polish history and music. Explore his captivating world through insightful videos on YouTube and visit the Paderewski Room at the Polish Museum of America to see the remarkable collection firsthand!
Versailles Peace Treaty: A Historic Moment in World History
The signing of the Treaty of Versailles on June 28th marked the end of World War I, shaping global history, with notable figures like Ignacy Jan Paderewski playing a significant role, and the pen used during the signing now residing at the Polish Museum of America, offering visitors a glimpse
130th Anniversary of Ignacy Jan Paderewski in Chicago
The PMA invites you to view its newest film, capturing a special event held in conjunction with Glessner House, commemorating the 130th anniversary of Ignacy Jan Paderewski's first visit to Chicago.
Polska Szkoła im. Ignacego Jana Paderewskiego w Niles
Serdecznie dziękujemy Polskiej Szkole im. Ignacego Jana Paderewskiego za zorganizowanie pięknej uroczystości pasowania na uczniów i urodzin Ignacego Jana Paderewskiego!
130th Anniversary of Ignacy Jan Paderewski in Chicago
On Saturday, October 22, 2022, the Polish Museum of America in cooperation with Glessner House, A National Historic Landmark, in Chicago – organized an amiable and very important meeting for lovers of the life and work of Ignacy Jan Paderewski.
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.
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Museum: 8 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Shop: 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
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