Polish Community in Indiana
Indiana has significant Polish-American communities, particularly in South Bend, Fort Wayne, and Indianapolis. Polish immigrants arrived in Indiana in the late 1800s, drawn by industrial and manufacturing opportunities.
Major Polish Communities
South Bend
Home to one of Indiana’s largest Polish populations, with historic Polish neighborhoods and active community organizations.
Polish Organizations:
- Polish Roman Catholic Union
- Polish National Alliance lodges
- Polish cultural societies
Polish Churches:
- St. Hedwig Church - Historic Polish parish
- St. Casimir Church - Polish Catholic community
- Other parishes offering Polish services
Fort Wayne
Significant Polish community with churches and organizations.
Indianapolis
Growing Polish community in the capital city with cultural organizations and churches.
Religious Life
Indiana has numerous Polish-American Catholic parishes serving communities throughout the state.
Annual Events
- Polish Constitution Day (May 3)
- Pulaski Day celebrations
- Polish festivals and parish celebrations
- Dyngus Day (Easter Monday)
Resources
- Wikipedia: Polish Americans
- Local Polish parishes and cultural organizations
Connect with Polish Communities
Nearby States:
- Illinois - Chicago (very close to South Bend)
- Michigan - Detroit area
- Ohio - Cleveland and Toledo
- Wisconsin - Milwaukee
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