September 11 – 25 Years of Remembrance
Today, we remember those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001, and honor the first responders, rescue workers, volunteers, and ordinary people who showed extraordinary courage and compassion in the face of tragedy.
Labor Day Closure – PMA & PRCUA
In observance of Labor Day, the Polish Museum of America and the Polish Roman Catholic Union of America offices will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2026. We will reopen and welcome everyone back on Tuesday, September 8.
Visit from the Polish Cultural Institute New York
On Friday, January 16, the Polish Museum of America was delighted to welcome representatives of the Polish Cultural Institute New York.
Anniversary of the Arrival of S/Y Poleszuk in Chicago
On September 17th, we celebrate the anniversary of the arrival of the legendary yacht S/Y Poleszuk in Chicago, marking a significant chapter in the history of Polish sailing. Built originally as a fast motorboat, S/Y Poleszuk was taken over by the Polish Scouting and Guiding Association in 1937.
Labor Day Notice from the Polish Museum of America
In honor of Labor Day, the Polish Museum of America will be closed on Monday, September 2nd.
BG Casimir Pulaski Day
Illinois celebrates Pulaski Day on March 6 to honor Brigadier General Casimir Pulaski, who played a crucial role in the American Revolution. Join the annual celebration of his life at PMA-online to learn more about his legacy and Poland's contribution to America's defeat over Great Britain.
LOT Polish Airlines
The Polish Museum of America's final English language video for 2022 is a tribute LOT Polish Airlines highlighting artifacts and material found in the PMA's 1939 World's Fair Polish Pavilion collection.
Maria Sklodowska-Curie’s 155th Birthday
The 155th birthday of one of the most famous female scientists of all time - Maria Skłodowska-Curie.
Ignacy Jan Paderewski Goes Home – 81st Anniversary
On this day, we commemorate the loss of Ignacy Jan Paderewski, who died in New York 81 years ago on June 29, 1941, yet the story of his burial is one that wasn’t complete until 51 years after his death.
Chicago Magazine – PMA exhibit one of the 10 attractions to view in Chicago this April!
Chicago Magazine/chicagohotels.org featured our temporary exhibition as one of the “10 events to visit in Chicago this April”!
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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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