82nd Anniversary of the Warsaw Uprising (1944)
On August 1, 1944, at 5:00 p.m., known as the historic “W Hour,” the Warsaw Uprising began. For 63 days, soldiers of the Polish Home Army, supported by thousands of civilians, fought heroically against German occupation in one of the largest resistance efforts of the World War II. Though the
Good Friday
Good Friday (April 3) is a day of reflection and quiet pause in the Christian tradition, commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus Christ in his ultimate sacrifice. It is a time for reflection on themes such as forgiveness, compassion, and the triumph of hope over suffering.
Have a Blessed Good Friday!
Join us in commemorating Good Friday on March 29th! At the Polish Museum of America, we honor this solemn day with reverence and reflection. On this occasion, we're proud to share a unique aspect of our collection – the 14 cross stations painted by Sister Stanisia (Monika Kurkowska) of the
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.
Daily Hours
8 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Museum: 8 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Shop: 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
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