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!

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Welcoming the Kashubian Cultural Institute to Chicago

We recently welcomed Jeff Turkowski, Director of the Kashubian Cultural Institute & Polish Museum in Winona, MN, along with Polish-American students preparing for a cultural exchange trip to Poland. With guidance from Beata Pawlikowska, the group explored the museum’s collection and shared in a meaningful celebration of heritage.

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Discovering Polish Roots – Fryderyk Chopin School Students Visit the Museum

On April 4, our Museum had the distinct pleasure of welcoming eighth-grade students from the Fryderyk Chopin Polish School. The group explored our exhibitions under the insightful guidance of Beata Pawlikowska and Krzysztof Branka.

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Polish Club from Wisconsin Dells Visits Museum – Paderewski’s Story Touched Hearts

29 marca Muzeum odwiedziła grupa z Polskiego Klubu Wisconsin Dells pod przewodnictwem ks. Piotra Janasa. Największe wrażenie zrobiła wystawa poświęcona Paderewskiemu, która głęboko poruszyła zwiedzających.

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Zyczenia swiateczne MPA | Merry Christmas from PMA

Zyczenia swiateczne MPA | Merry Christmas from PMA

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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!

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Polish Museum of America’s 43rd Annual Summer Gala: Fundraising and Elegance

43rd Annual Summer Gala at Polish Museum of America: A Spectacular Evening of Fundraising, Elegance, and Appreciation.

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Memorial Day 2023

The museum will be closed on Monday, May 29th in observance of the holiday. Enjoy the day with your loved ones while keeping in mind those who served and sacrificed.

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Celebrating Polish Culture: Parade, Pride, and Anniversary Milestones

The Polish Museum of America joined the Parade commemorating the Polish Constitution's anniversary.

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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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