About Us

Benvenuti all’Italian Cultural Center!

Carissimi,

Welcome to the Italian Cultural Center!

Whether you are a native of Italy, an Italian born outside of the Italian territory, a descendent of Italians, or someone who is just curious about Italian language and culture, you have come to the right place.

Since 2006, the Italian Cultural Center has been the epicenter of a vibrant community with a strong focus on Italian culture and language.

I encourage you to check out our events and language classes.

We are a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that values inclusivity and diversity. We believe “Italian-ness” comes in many different flavors, shapes, colors, and varieties. We reject all stereotypes.

Come visit our beautiful new location in the lively North Loop neighborhood of Minneapolis.

We welcome your participation and any input you may have related to the ICC.

Grazie e a presto!

Astrid Garino MD
President, Board of Directors

Founded in 2006, the Italian Cultural Center of Minneapolis /St. Paul (ICC) is an independent, non-political, non-profit 501 (c)(3) organization open to anyone interested in the unique phenomena of Italian culture. We offer a comprehensive approach to Italian language and culture and reject stereotypes and divisive rhetoric.

Mission

Our Mission is to promote the knowledge, understanding and appreciation of Italian language and culture through educational and cultural events in the greater Twin Cities area.

Vision

Our Vision is to create a broad and inclusive cultural community by serving as a beacon for classic and contemporary Italian culture through its language, arts, food, science and technology.