In our next project, thanks to our strategic partner the Energa Foundation, we participated in a unique celebration of Polish heritage: the Pulaski Day Parade. The parade honors General Casimir Pulaski, a Polish hero who fought for American independence, and takes place on the first Sunday of every October in New York City.
The Pulaski Day Parade is deeply rooted in local culture, dating back to 1936. The parade marches down Fifth Avenue between 35th and 54th Streets in Manhattan, passing iconic landmarks such as St. Patrick's Cathedral.
On October 1st, together with the Polish-American community, we arranged a grand piano on a specially decorated float featuring a live pianist performing the most famous works of Frédéric Chopin—a world-renowned Polish composer and pianist. The float was adorned in Poland's national colors and symbols representing our heritage.
Our main goal for this initiative was to foster national pride among Polish diaspora living abroad through the music of Poland's greatest pianist. We aimed to offer emigrants and their descendants a meaningful connection to Polish culture, history, and values.
We believe our participation in the parade sparked deeper interest in Polish history and national heritage. Our hope is that individuals living abroad remain connected to their roots and pass this cultural awareness down to younger generations.
We extend our sincere gratitude to everyone involved in Poland and the United States who helped bring this project to life. In particular, we want to thank our strategic partner, the Energa Foundation, for joining us in promoting Polish culture on the international stage.
