Founded in 1961, the Italian Institute of Culture of New York is an official branch of the Italian government dedicated to the promotion of Italian language and culture in the United States through the organization of cultural events.
Under the guidance of its trustees at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, its advisory board, and its staff, the Italian Institute of Culture of New York conforms to this commitment by fostering the cultural exchange between Italy and the USA in a variety of areas from the arts to the humanities to science.
Central to The Italian Institute of Culture of New York 's mission is a constant effort to encourage the understanding and enjoyment of culture by the diverse audiences that New York has the privilege of serving. The development of academic exchanges, the organization and support of visual arts exhibitions, the aid to the translation and publication of Italian books, the promotion of Italian studies, and the cooperation with local institution in the planning of various events that focus on Italian music, dance, cinema, theater, architecture, literature, cuisine, etc., are but a few examples of the Institute’s initiatives. and international solidarity.
