Upcoming Programs at the Italian American Museum of Cleveland (IAMCLE)

All are invited to visit the IAMCLE to learn about Italian and Italian American Culture this fall! Purchase tickets at www.iamcle.org, then click on Events/Programs. IAMCLE is located at 12111 Mayfield Rd., between Presti’s Bakery and Maxi’s Ristorante.

You can also plan a visit to enjoy the museum exhibits, admission is FREE! Regular hours are Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, 1 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. The museum will also be open on Columbus Day, Monday, October 10, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. and during Little Italy’s Artisan Market on Saturday, October 22, 2 p.m. – 7 p.m. 

Winemaking and Other Traditions in an Italian Immigrant Family

Saturday, October 1, 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Robert Pietraroia, member of Northern Ohio Wine Guild and third generation wine maker will discuss Italian immigration and traditions, with a special focus on his family and their wine-making traditions Then guests will have the opportunity to taste a variety of wines and cellos (lemon and orange.) Presented in partnership with Little Italy Wines. Tickets are $25/$50.

Explore Italy Class – Abruzzo

Saturday, October 15, 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Explore various facets of the Abruzzo region of Italy, including the language, culture, food, and wines, with Dr. Paola Basile, Professor of Italian Studies at Lake Erie College. Admission is $30

 Historical Walking Tour of Little Italy CLE

Saturday, October 15, 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.

During this one-mile walk, Pamela Dorazio Dean will point out important landmarks and share some of the history that makes this neighborhood unique. Admission is $15.

Explore Italy Class – Sardegna

Saturday, October 22, 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Explore various facets of different of Sardegna, Italy, including the language, culture, food, and wines, with Dr. Paola Basile, Professor of Italian Studies at Lake Erie College. Admission is $30.

Explore Italy Class – Calabria

Saturday, November 5, 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Explore various facets of Calabria, Italy, including the language, culture, food, and wines, with Dr. Paola Basile, Professor of Italian Studies at Lake Erie College.  Admission is $30

Explore Italy Class – Puglia

Saturday, Nov. 19, 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Explore various facets of the Puglia region of Italy, including the language, culture, food, and wines, with Dr. Paola Basile, Professor of Italian Studies at Lake Erie College. Admission is $30.