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The Casa Italia Library believes that Italians in America should see themselves reflected in Chicago’s history. A hardworking group of volunteers dedicate their time each week to ensure that their culture, heritage, and building all survive.
The Library and its associated museums house a collection of books, music, artwork, photos, and artifacts all touching on the unique aspects of Italian American culture. There is original artwork by John Cadel, hours of oral family histories, a stunning 1:100 scale model of St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome, and so much more.
The Italians in Chicago exhibit takes visitors back in time to explore how there was never just one “little Italy” in the city, how Italian women in Chicago found their roles as leaders, and how communities banded together to celebrate, grieve, and support one another throughout time.
Casa Italia is eager to share their collection with individuals, schools, other libraries, and organizations around Illinois. Tours of the exhibits are given with passion and, if you’re lucky, you might even be treated to a cup of espresso and fresh biscotti on your way out.
Schedule a visit and learn more at casaitaliachicago.org.