Dr. Michal Mraczek Explores Polish Heritage at PMA

We welcomed Dr. Michal Mraczek, an assistant professor from Wroclaw, for research at our library, guided by our expert Krystyna Grell. Our extensive collection of Polish books invites all knowledge seekers to explore literature and history, making books the finest companions on any journey.

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108th Library’s Anniversary

The PMA Library has been serving the Chicago Polish community since 1915. It holds over 100,000 books in English and Polish, including circulating titles, Polonica, Polish American publishers, Rare Books, and a musical collection. We welcome you to explore our impressive collection at the PMA Library!

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St. Nicolaus day

St. Nicolaus - the only visible evidence of his life and legacy is the magnificent basilica of St. Nicholas in Bari.

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The Polish Museum of America Library received a donation

On Monday, September 19, 2022, The Polish Museum of America Library received a donation of old books from Jerri and Gary Williams.

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78 Anniversary of Polish Victory Battle at Monte Cassino

May 18, 1944, marks a very special day for WWII history-the Polish 2 Corps broke the German defensive lines and opened the road for the Allies to liberate Rome from German occupation

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International Nurses Day

International Nurses Day is celebrated around the world today, on May 12 which is the birth date of Florence Nightingale.

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Polish Constitution Day Parade

Dear PMA Members and Friends! The Polish Museum of America and Library will be closed on Saturday, May 7th. All PMA visitors are encouraged to attend the Parade and Concert.

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World Book Day

On #WorldBookDay, UNESCO reminds us of the power books have as symbols of hope and social change.

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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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Jan Zumbach 107 birthday commemoration

On this day, April 15, 1915, author of bestseller like "On wings of war-My life as a pilot adventurer", but above all Polish WWII pilot ace Jan Eugeniusz Ludwik Zumbach was born in Warsaw, Poland.

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