The Polonia Podcast: Episode 2

The Polish Museum of America (PMA) invites you to listen to Episode 2 of the Polonia Podcast, hosted by Justine Michalak. This episode features Anna Sokołowska – former Vice-President of the Polish Roman Catholic Union of America and longtime Board Member of the PMA. Anna reflects on her journey after arriving in the United States in the 1960s, growing up within Chicago’s Polish community through Polish Saturday schools, churches, and family traditions. She shares heartfelt memories of raising children and grandchildren with a strong connection to Poland through travel, storytelling, and teaching Polish history. The conversation also touches on her family’s experiences during Martial Law in Poland – memories that left a lasting impact on both her and her children. Anna speaks about her lifelong love of books and her personal library of over 1,000 titles, as well as her favorite Polish traditions, parishes, and folk costumes. Most importantly, she shares why the PMA remains so close to her heart and encourages listeners to visit, support, and preserve this important cultural institution for future generations. Listen now on Spotify and discover another inspiring Polonia story!