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Polish Falcons Hall (Nest 79)

Posted on July 16, 2017

Address: 4130 Junction Street, Detroit Status: Building Demolished History When they immigrated to the U.S., Polish Americans nationwide came together to form major fraternal organizations, and the Polish Falcons is one of about 14 of such … [Read more...] about Polish Falcons Hall (Nest 79)

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St. Francis d’ Assisi Roman Catholic Church

Posted on July 16, 2017

Address: 4500 Wesson, Detroit Status: Parish Open, Building Still Standing History/Description In February 1889, a total of twelve lots were purchased; six on Wesson Street at Buchanan and six on Campbell Street at Buchanan. The first … [Read more...] about St. Francis d’ Assisi Roman Catholic Church

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The Warsaw Café

Posted on July 16, 2017

Located at 3830 35th Street, Detroit 48210 The Warsaw Café existed in a time when our west side Polish neighborhood was a friendly, close-knit community, and restaurants were gathering places where people met to discuss business and to socialize … [Read more...] about The Warsaw Café

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West Side Dom Polski

Posted on July 16, 2017

A History of the West Side Detroit Dom Polski 3426 Junction Avenue, Detroit 48210 Introduction The west side Dom Polski is perhaps the predominant architectural feature of west side Detroit’s Polonia.  It served as a social and cultural hub … [Read more...] about West Side Dom Polski

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Woodrow Wilson Post 2 P.L.A.V.

Posted on July 16, 2017

After World War I, many veterans who fought in that war and were of Polish descent started to form organizations throughout the United States. The purpose of these organizations was to keep up the social contacts and to give service to needy comrades … [Read more...] about Woodrow Wilson Post 2 P.L.A.V.

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Major Frank A. (Balcerkiewicz) Balcer – A Born Leader

Posted on July 14, 2017

Major Frank A. (Balcerkiewicz) Balcer (December 9, 1889 – November 26, 1965) A Born Leader It would almost be easier to say what Major Frank A. Balcer was not than to try and list all the things that he was and what he achieved during his … [Read more...] about Major Frank A. (Balcerkiewicz) Balcer – A Born Leader

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Fifth Annual Easter Basket Social – March 12, 2016

Posted on March 12, 2016

On Saturday, March 12, the Society held its Fifth Annual Easter Basket Social at the American Polish Cultural Center in Troy. It turned out to be a very popular event again this year, with 65 people attending and 55 (including six enthusiastic … [Read more...] about Fifth Annual Easter Basket Social – March 12, 2016

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Tenth Annual Opłatek and Grand Gala Heritage Room Exhibit – December 27, 2015

Posted on December 27, 2015

West Side Detroit Polish American Historical Society Holds Tenth Annual Opłatek and Grand Gala Heritage Room Exhibit and Honors Polish Press on Sunday, December 27, 2015: St. Colette Catholic Church, Livonia. For the tenth Christmas season in a … [Read more...] about Tenth Annual Opłatek and Grand Gala Heritage Room Exhibit – December 27, 2015

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Eighth Annual All Saints’/All Souls’ Pilgrimage, Prayer Service & Wypominki – October 31, 2015

Posted on October 31, 2015

West Side Detroit Polish American Historical Society Holds Eighth Annual All Saints’/All Souls’ Pilgrimage, Prayer Service & Wypominki (Naming): St. Hedwig Cemetery, Dearborn Hts. on Saturday, October 31, 2015. We gathered once again on … [Read more...] about Eighth Annual All Saints’/All Souls’ Pilgrimage, Prayer Service & Wypominki – October 31, 2015

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Seventh Summer Event: Assumption at Holy Cross Cemetery – August 15, 2015

Posted on August 15, 2015

West Side Detroit Polish American Historical Society Celebrates Assumption At Holy Cross Cemetery & Revives An Old Custom Of Blessing Herbs And Other Garden Items On Saturday, August 15, 2015. It was a very hot summer day, but the sun was … [Read more...] about Seventh Summer Event: Assumption at Holy Cross Cemetery – August 15, 2015

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