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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Farewell to our Arts Intern Nia | PMA

Nia Oke-Famakinde is completing her Arts Internship at the Polish Museum of America, cataloging artifacts and artworks to expand the museum's database. She also handles acquisition duties, conducts research, and assists with organizing events and exhibitions.

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Happy International Women’s Day!

Happy International Women's Day! Celebrate with us by visiting our museum and discovering the inspiring stories of trailblazing women who have changed our world.

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CHM Meeting

The Polish Museum of America recently met with Erica Griffin, the director of education at the Chicago History Museum, to discuss partnership opportunities for the CHM's exhibition project, Back/Home: Polish Chicago. During the meeting, the PMA staff and CHM explored various strategies for school programs and public and community engagement.

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The One-Year Anniversary of the War between Russia and Ukraine

One year on from the start of the Russia-Ukraine war, the conflict shows no signs of abating, and the situation on the ground remains extremely volatile.

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What you see is not what you see, and I want you to see what you want to see

The 7th charity exhibition by Dr. Blazej Lojewski, in support of the School and Educational Center for Blind Children in Laski, was held on February 5th at 3 PM at the Polish Museum in America.

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PMA President and Managing Director Honored at Bal Dziennikarza by SDPA for Their Contributions to Polonia

PMA President and PMA Managing Director were recognized at Bal Dziennikarza by SDPA for their excellent work for Polonia at the Polish Museum of America.

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The official opening of the Museum took place exactly 86 years ago!

86 years ago today, the Museum opened its doors for the first time in the PRCUA Auditorium. Dignitaries from the Polish government, Polish-American organizations, and Chicago officials were all in attendance to celebrate this momentous occasion!

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