History & culture

Italian Language and Culture in the United States at Palazzo Firenze

April 2025 |
On Monday, March 10, 2025 at Palazzo Firenze, headquarters of the Società Dante Alighieri (Piazza di Firenze n. 27 - Rome), the President of the Società Dante Alighieri Andrea Riccardi and the President of NIAF (National Italian American...

A Year of Grace and Renewal: The 2025 Catholic Jubilee

April 2025 |
The Catholic Jubilee Year, deeply rooted in scripture and tradition, is a time of extraordinary spiritual renewal, mercy, and celebration. Instituted to reflect God’s mercy and love, a Jubilee Year invites the faithful to reconnect with their...

"The Italians of Akron and Summit County, Our Roots, Our Challenges, Our Triumph"

April 2025 |
L'articolo parla del libro "The Italians of Akron and Summit County, Our Roots, Our Challenges, Our Triumph" di John Vallillo. L'autore ha scritto il libro con l'obiettivo di descrivere la storia degli immigrati di questa zona. Descrive gli...

A Look Back: Cefalu, Sicily

April 2025 |
Each month, we strive to bring you the latest in news and content from here AND from Italy. We are always looking for writers to share their experiences. If you are interested in writing for us, please contact our editor, Jennifer Spitalieri. You...

International Women's Day in Italy: A Celebration of Women and Equality

March 2025 |
La Festa della Donna si celebra l'8 marzo di ogni anno. È una festa celebrata in tutto il mondo. Fu riconosciuto dalle Nazioni Unite nel 1977; in Italia, però, è diventato molto importante per le donne nella Seconda Guerra Mondiale. Nel dopoguerra,...

A Year of Grace and Renewal: The 2025 Catholic Jubilee

March 2025 |
The Catholic Jubilee Year, deeply rooted in scripture and tradition, is a time of extraordinary spiritual renewal, mercy, and celebration. Instituted to reflect God’s mercy and love, a Jubilee Year invites the faithful to reconnect with their...

NIAF NCCA Christopher Columbus Essay Contest

March 2025 |
The National Italian American Foundation is now accepting submissions for the annual NIAF NCCA Christopher Columbus Essay Contest, a national essay contest on a topic related to Christopher Columbus for high school students of all ethnic...

A Year of Grace and Renewal: The 2025 Catholic Jubilee

February 2025 |
Questo è l'anno del Giubileo che è iniziato il 24 dicembre 2025 e si concluderà il 6 gennaio 2026. È iniziato ufficialmente con l'apertura delle porte di bronzo del Vaticano da parte di Papa Francesco. Il Giubileo viene definito Santo perché i...

Carnivale in Italy: A Vibrant Celebration of Mardi Gras

February 2025 |
Mardi Gras, or Carnevale as it is known in Italy, is one of the country’s most colorful and spirited traditions. Rooted in centuries of history, this festive season culminates in a lively explosion of parades, masks, music, and revelry, bringing...
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