Instytut Józefa Piłsudskiego

About the Institute

The Józef Piłsudski Institute in America, founded on July 4, 1943, is one of the most important Polish institutions outside the country. It was established by a group of close associates of Marshal Piłsudski who found themselves in the United States as a result of wartime actions. The Institute serves as a repository for valuable archival materials and is a research and scientific institution aimed at collecting, preserving, and studying documents related to Poland, as well as promoting its history.

Mission and Activities

The mission of the Institute is to collect and preserve historical documents related to Poland and the Polish diaspora, to make collections available to researchers, to conduct research in the field of contemporary history of Poland and the Polish diaspora, and to promote Polish history and culture. The Institute organizes scientific symposia, conferences, exhibitions, and conducts educational and publishing activities.

Collections and Archives

The Institute has rich archival, library, numismatic, and art collections. The Institute's archives are enriched by documents donated by individuals and Polish diaspora institutions. The library contains over 20,000 books, and its collections grow mainly through donations from the National Library and the Institute of National Remembrance.

Educational and Social Activities

The Institute organizes meetings, lectures, presentations, exhibitions, and history lessons for Polish diaspora schools. It participates in the activities of the Polish community by taking part in local events organized by Polish organizations and educational institutions.