Commemorating Falaise and Arnhem Battles at the PMA

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us at the Polish Museum of America on March 9, 2024, for an unforgettable journey back in time commemorating the 80th anniversary of the Battles of Falaise and Arnhem!

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Exciting Musical Moments at the PMA

The Polish Museum of America was thrilled to host pianist Michał Drewnowski and his students from Roosevelt University for two unforgettable visits over the past weeks, delving into our extensive collection and the rich history of Poland.

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De Paul University History Students Explore Polish Heritage at the Polish Museum

This year the Polish Museum of America is honored to be part of the Polish Heritage Month programs sponsored by the Chicago Public Library. Museum tour guides will be leading tour groups registered through the Chicago Public Library program throughout the month of October.

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Exciting Start of the Season: Back to School with a Visit to the PMA!

DePaul University students set the season in motion with an inspiring visit to the Polish Museum of America.

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Today we celebrated – World Art Day

Today, April 15th, marks World Art Day, a global celebration of the arts and their essential role in our lives. It promotes creativity, cultural diversity, and freedom of expression while providing an opportunity to reflect on the value and impact of the arts.

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Polish Language Schools: A Tour of Our Museum’s Collection and Exhibits

Academy of Polish Language and Culture (Akademia Języka Polskiego i Kultury im. Marszałka J. Piłsudskiego) and Nicholaus Copernicus Polish School (Polska Szkoła Mikołaja Kopernika) – thank you for your interest in Polish history, culture, and language.

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Polska Szkoła im. Ignacego Jana Paderewskiego w Niles

Serdecznie dziękujemy Polskiej Szkole im. Ignacego Jana Paderewskiego za zorganizowanie pięknej uroczystości pasowania na uczniów i urodzin Ignacego Jana Paderewskiego!

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Chicago Cultural Alliance

While the health ramifications of the pandemic are well known, there was also a loss of group and individual interaction, enforced by government fiat and also a certain reluctance to meet with others until one felt “safe”.

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Helena Paderewska – 166th Anniversary of Birth

Helena Rosen was born to a Polish father and Greek mother in Warsaw on August 1, 1856.

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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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