Italian Language and Cultural Classes Beginning in January
The American Italian Museum & Research Library will be offering Italian language and cultural classes beginning in January. The beginning Italian language course will be taught by Paolo Cimino, a native Italian, who teaches at local schools and universities. This course will help you develop the basics of the Italian language. The small class size will help cater to your specific needs. The Italian Cultural course will take you on an incredible journey into tremendous and fascinating Italian Culture. Learn how this small but magnificent country which gave civilization to the world evolved, and its endless contributions to the world.

For more information, click here to download the registration form.

Scholarship Information
The AIRF gives two $1,000.00 scholarships each year to deserving seniors, one male and one female. The scholarships are presented each year at the Sports Hall of Fame Banquet. The only requirements are that the student be of Italian heritage and have participated in sports at the high school level and will attend college in the fall. The deadline to receive the application is October 15th.

Click here to download the application.
Complete and mail to us at the address found below.

The American Italian Renaissance Foundation was founded by Joseph Maselli in an effort to increase knowledge and appreciation of the Italian American’s contributions to Louisiana. We strive to preserve and promote the Italian traditions by sharing their stories with the public through the American Italian Museum and Research Library. Keep history alive today so that future generations can enjoy our heritage tomorrow.

The Museum and Library's hours:
Tuesday through Friday
10:00 AM until 4:00 PM

Admission:
Adults: $8
Seniors: $5
Children Under 12: Free

We are located at:
537 South Peters Street, New Orleans, LA 70130
Phone: 504-522-7294, Fax: 504-522-1657

We appreciate you for taking your time to visit our site. We hope you enjoy it as much as we do putting it together.

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