The Italian Cultural Institute of Louisville, Inc.

06/18/2026

There's still time to purchase tickets for tonight's virtual lecture on the Venice Biennale 2026 (hosted by Aesthetic Adventurer). The cost is $21 per registrant and it starts at 5 p.m. Eastern

Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 5pm EST This talk introduces the 2026 Venice Biennale, In Minor Keys , an exhibition that shifts attention away from spectacle and toward quieter, more intimate forms of artistic expression. Rather than emphasizing grand statements, the Biennale explores how contem

01/01/2026

Buon Anno! Wanting to learn Italian this year? Sign up for our Italian for Travelers by Jan 5th.

Italian for travelerS 2026

12/11/2025

Italy has officially lit up the world’s largest Christmas tree on the slopes of Mount Ingino in Gubbio 🎄✨
A tradition since 1981, this massive display stretches hundreds of meters across the mountainside, creating a glowing tree that can be seen from miles away. Volunteers spend weeks preparing thousands of lights, and each year the switch-on marks the start of the holiday season in this historic Umbrian town. A truly unique Christmas sight you can only find in Italy 🇮🇹

12/11/2025

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c80x3p331lxo

An Egyptian snack, Icelandic pool culture, Cuban music and Albanian lahuta music also get recognition.

12/01/2025

The last day to RSVP for our 2026 ICI Holiday Dinner is this Friday, December 5th. We hope to see you there!

Join us for an italian-themed holiday evening Please join the ICI at 6 p.m. on Thursday, December 11 at the Hunting Creek Country Club. There will be music, videos, delicious food and wonderful company! Dinner-Buffet: Aperitivo: Arancini Charcuterie skewers with pesto drizzle Past