660 Years of Scholarly Legacy: Birth of the Jagiellonian University

May 12 marks a historic milestone for education and scholarship in Poland! On this day in 1364, King Casimir the Great signed the foundation act for the "studium generale," laying the cornerstone for what would become the illustrious Kraków Academy, later known as the Jagiellonian University.

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Remembering Ludwika Nitschowa

On March 28 we celebrate the remarkable life and contributions of Ludwika Nitschowa, a multifaceted artist whose legacy continues to inspire generations.

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Remembering Konstanty Laszczka

March 23 marks the anniversary of the passing of Konstanty Laszczka, a remarkable figure in Polish art history. As a sculptor, painter, and graphic artist, his legacy continues to inspire generations. In Kraków, he not only distinguished himself as a professor and rector of the Jan Matejko Academy of Fine

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Research on Emigration Magazines in the Collection of the PMA

On August 31, 2023, Dr. Elżbieta Nowosielska and Dr. Aleksandra Bańkowska resumed their research at the Archives of the Polish Museum of America. They're collaborating on a project to compile a Bibliography of Polish history from the 19th and 20th centuries, focusing on emigration and the Polish diaspora press between

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Donation of Crèche / Szopka to the Polish Museum of America

The Donation of Crèche is a beautiful piece of art that showcases the Nativity scene. The figures are detailed and intricately crafted, making it an incredibly meaningful representation of the Christmas story. The delicate details of the figures and animals bring to life the story of the birth of Jesus,

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Special Guests from Krakow, Poland at the PMA

On Tuesday, September 13 the PMA hosted special VIP guests from Kraków Poland.

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Powstanie warszawskie | Warsaw Uprising

Today is the 78th anniversary of the Warsaw Uprising, an insurrection that would result in over 200,000 civilian and insurgent deaths and the destruction of much of the city (85% by January 1945)

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Polish National Flag Day and World Day of Polonia

On this day the Polish diaspora around the world celebrates its holiday-the International Day of Polonia.

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107th Library anniversary

On this day, April 18th, the PMA Library observes its 107th anniversary. The Library was founded in 1915 by the Polish Roman Catholic Union of America.

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Good Friday

Mercy, peace, and love: we wish you and your loved ones a blessed Good Friday.

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