Casa Italiana Zerilli-Marimò

Casa Italiana Zerilli-Marimò at New York University is an academic and public cultural center based in New York City dedicated to advancing the understanding and study of Italian culture through free events and sustained dialogue between Italy and the United States. Founded in 1990 by Baroness Mariuccia Zerilli-Marimò, Casa Italiana is also the home of the Department of Italian Studies at New York University. It is located in the General Winfield Scott House at 24 West 12th Street in Manhattan.

Casa Italiana organizes over 120 free public programs a year, including lectures, conferences, film screenings, concerts, theatrical events, exhibitions, and interdisciplinary discussions. Its activities address Italian language, literature, cinema, music, visual arts, politics, economics, and social issues, with an emphasis on both historical perspectives and contemporary Italy.

Serving as a bridge between academic research and public cultural life, Casa Italiana fosters dialogue between Italy and the United States, bringing together Italian and American scholars, artists, international students, and members of the general public. It is recognized as a leading authority on Italian culture in New York City and the United States.

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