St. Hedwig Church is a historic Polish church located in the Bucktown neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois. The church was founded in 1888 by Polish immigrants who had come to Chicago looking for work. Over the years, St. Hedwig's has become an important center of Polish-American culture in the city.
The church itself is a stunning example of Gothic Revival architecture. It was designed by architect Henry Schlacks and completed in 1901. The interior features beautiful stained glass windows and intricate painted murals.
The church has a long history of social activism. In the 1930s, the church was involved in the formation of the Polish American Congress, an organization dedicated to promoting the interests of Polish immigrants in the United States. During the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s, St. Hedwig's was a center of activism in the fight for racial equality.
Today, St. Hedwig's continues to serve the Polish-American community in Chicago. The church offers masses in Polish and English, as well as a variety of cultural events and activities. It is also a popular venue for weddings and other special events.
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