Polonia: Polish Communities Across the US
The Polish-American community is one of the largest ethnic groups in the United States, with vibrant communities spread across all 50 states. This directory helps you find Polish cultural organizations, churches, schools, and societies wherever you are in America.
About Polish Americans
According to the U.S. Census, there are approximately 9-10 million Americans of Polish descent, making Polish Americans one of the largest European ethnic groups in the country. Polish immigration to the United States occurred in several waves, with the largest influx happening between 1870 and 1920.
Find Your State
Browse Polish communities and organizations by state:
Northeast
- Connecticut - Rich Polish heritage in New Britain and surrounding areas
- Maine - Polish communities in Portland and beyond
- Massachusetts - Strong presence in Boston, Worcester, and Western Mass
- New Hampshire - Polish organizations in Manchester and Nashua
- New Jersey - Major communities in Passaic, Hudson, and Bergen counties
- New York - Historic Polish neighborhoods in NYC, Buffalo, and across the state
- Pennsylvania - One of the largest Polish populations in Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and the Coal Region
- Rhode Island - Active Polish community in Providence
- Vermont - Smaller but connected Polish community
Midwest
- Illinois - Chicago area hosts one of the largest Polish populations outside of Poland
- Indiana - Strong communities in South Bend, Fort Wayne, and Indianapolis
- Iowa - Polish heritage in Cedar Rapids and Des Moines
- Kansas - Polish communities in Kansas City and Wichita
- Michigan - Major Polish presence in Detroit, Hamtramck, and Grand Rapids
- Minnesota - Active community in Minneapolis-St. Paul
- Missouri - Polish organizations in St. Louis and Kansas City
- Nebraska - Polish heritage in Omaha and surrounding areas
- North Dakota - Rural Polish communities and heritage
- Ohio - Significant populations in Cleveland, Toledo, and Columbus
- South Dakota - Polish farming communities and heritage
- Wisconsin - Major Polish communities in Milwaukee and across the state
South
- Alabama - Growing Polish community in Birmingham and Mobile
- Arkansas - Polish organizations in Little Rock
- Delaware - Polish community in Wilmington
- Florida - Large communities in South Florida, Tampa, and Jacksonville
- Georgia - Growing community in Atlanta metro area
- Kentucky - Polish presence in Louisville
- Louisiana - Polish heritage in New Orleans
- Maryland - Strong community in Baltimore and suburbs
- Mississippi - Small but active Polish organizations
- North Carolina - Growing communities in Charlotte and Raleigh
- Oklahoma - Polish heritage in Oklahoma City and Tulsa
- South Carolina - Community in Charleston and Columbia
- Tennessee - Polish organizations in Nashville and Memphis
- Texas - Major communities in Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio
- Virginia - Active community in Northern Virginia and Richmond
- West Virginia - Coal region Polish heritage
West
- Alaska - Small Polish community in Anchorage
- Arizona - Growing community in Phoenix and Tucson
- California - Significant populations in Los Angeles, San Francisco Bay Area, and San Diego
- Colorado - Active community in Denver metro area
- Hawaii - Small Polish community in Honolulu
- Idaho - Polish heritage in Boise
- Montana - Historic mining town Polish communities
- Nevada - Growing community in Las Vegas and Reno
- New Mexico - Polish organizations in Albuquerque
- Oregon - Community in Portland area
- Utah - Polish organizations in Salt Lake City
- Washington - Active communities in Seattle and Spokane
- Wyoming - Historic Polish mining communities
National Organizations
- Polish American Congress - National umbrella organization
- Polish National Alliance (PNA) - Fraternal organization founded in 1880
- Polish Roman Catholic Union of America - Religious and cultural organization
- American Council for Polish Culture - Promotes Polish culture and heritage
Resources
- Wikipedia: Polish Americans - Comprehensive overview
- Wikipedia: History of Poles in the United States - Historical context
- Polish Genealogical Society of America - For those researching family history
- Polish embassies and consulates across the US
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