NJ Italian Heritage Commission

10/17/2026

🇺🇸 NJIHC Presents The Crossing Musical at Our 2026 Annual Congress! 🇮🇹

🌟As part of this year’s NJIHC Annual Congress, “Celebrating the 250th Anniversary of American Independence: The Italian Influence & Legacy,” we are proud to present a special performance from The Crossing a sweeping new American musical that reimagines George Washington’s historic Crossing of the Delaware through the diverse and often overlooked voices of the Continental Army.

Through music, storytelling, and history, The Crossing brings a deeply human perspective to the courage, sacrifice, and resilience of the ordinary people whose choices helped shape our nation. 🇺🇸
Register to attend: 🎟️https://bit.ly/4wnBJX1

🇺🇸 NJIHC Presents The Crossing Musical at Our 2026 Annual Congress! 🇮🇹

🌟As part of this year’s NJIHC Annual Congress, “Celebrating the 250th Anniversary of American Independence: The Italian Influence & Legacy,” we are proud to present a special performance from The Crossing — a sweeping new American musical that reimagines George Washington’s historic Crossing of the Delaware through the diverse and often overlooked voices of the Continental Army.

Through music, storytelling, and history, The Crossing brings a deeply human perspective to the courage, sacrifice, and resilience of the ordinary people whose choices helped shape our nation. 🇺🇸

Register to attend: 🎟️https://bit.ly/4wnBJX1

10/15/2026

📚 ATTENTION EDUCATORS: Earn Professional Development Hours at the NJIHC Annual Congress! 🇮🇹🇺🇸

The New Jersey Italian Heritage Commission invites educators across New Jersey to join us for our 2026 Annual Congress, an enriching educational experience exploring the contributions of Italians and Italian Americans to our nation’s history and cultural legacy.

This year’s theme, “Celebrating the 250th Anniversary of American Independence: The Italian Influence & Legacy,” will bring together distinguished scholars, educators, and cultural leaders for engaging presentations, historical perspectives, and meaningful dialogue.

✨ Educators can earn professional development hours by attending!

📅 Saturday, October 24, 2026
🕣 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Rutgers University, College Avenue Student Center, New Brunswick, NJ

Discover valuable historical insights and educational resources to bring into your classroom while celebrating the NJIHC’s 25 years of preserving, promoting, and advancing Italian heritage education.

Register to attend: 🎟️https://bit.ly/4wnBJX1

📩 For more information about professional development hours, contact:
Margaret Fontana, Executive Director
[email protected]

We look forward to welcoming New Jersey’s educators!

📚 EDUCATORS: Earn Professional Development Hours at the NJIHC Annual Congress! 🇮🇹🇺🇸

The New Jersey Italian Heritage Commission invites educators across New Jersey to join us for our 2026 Annual Congress, an enriching educational experience exploring the contributions of Italians and Italian Americans to our nation’s history and cultural legacy.

This year’s theme, “Celebrating the 250th Anniversary of American Independence: The Italian Influence & Legacy,” will bring together distinguished scholars, educators, and cultural leaders for engaging presentations, historical perspectives, and meaningful dialogue.

✨ Educators can earn professional development hours by attending!

📅 Saturday, October 24, 2026
🕣 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Rutgers University, College Avenue Student Center, New Brunswick, NJ

Discover valuable historical insights and educational resources to bring into your classroom while celebrating the NJIHC’s 25 years of preserving, promoting, and advancing Italian heritage education.

Register to attend: 🎟️https://bit.ly/4wnBJX1

📩 For more information about professional development hours, contact:
Margaret Fontana, Executive Director
[email protected]

We look forward to welcoming New Jersey’s educators!

10/15/2026

Great job Hackensack Chapter of UNICO National! 🇺🇸🇮🇹

10/13/2026

Thank you New Jersey Department of Education! 🇮🇹🇺🇸

Italian Heritage Month in October offers an opportunity to explore the history, culture, and contributions of Italians and Italian Americans. Learning about this heritage in New Jersey classrooms and communities deepens our understanding of the people and traditions that have shaped our state and nation. We encourage educators and the public to discover and share these stories throughout the month.

10/13/2026

Our very own Commissioner Josephine Marchetta led the Italian Welfare League banner march for New York’s Columbus Day Parade! 🇮🇹🇺🇸

10/13/2026

Via Italian American Museum of Washington DC.

The Italian American Museum of Washington DC was pleased to participate in the 2026 Columbus Day ceremony at the Columbus Memorial across from Union Station. The observance was sponsored by the National Christopher Columbus Association.

Representing the IAMDC, President Francesco Isgrò and Vice Chair Mary Ann Re (NJIHC Advisor) joined 18 other diplomatic, civic and cultural organizations in presenting memorial wreaths.

10/12/2026

Thank you to Hamilton Mayor Jeff Martin and all the Mercer County Executives for participating in today’s Columbus Day- Italian Heritage Flag Raising Ceremony led by Dr. Gilda Rorro at Veterans Park.

Thank you to educator Giulia Vallucci & students from Nottingham & West High Schools for participating.

10/12/2026

Thank you Governor Mikie Sherrill for recognizing Columbus Day. 🇮🇹🇺🇸