AMHS Luncheon Meeting, “The Legacy of the Piccirilli Brothers: An Immigrant Success Story," with Scu

Schedule

Sun May 19 2024 at 01:30 pm

Location

Casa Italiana Language School | Washington, DC

PROGRAM: Please join AMHS for what is sure to be a very interesting and informative event with New York sculptor John Belardo, who grew up in the same Bronx neighborhood where the Piccirilli Brothers established their studio, which became the go-to place for aspiring American artists in the 19th century. The Piccirilli Brothers were most noted for their carving of the Lincoln Monument (in the Lincoln Memorial) and the stone lions of the New York Public Library, John Belardo is an award-winning sculptor, an expert on the Piccirilli Brothers and their immigrant success story. His talk is bound to be an enjoyable learning experience. This event is co-sponsored by the Casa Italiana Sociocultural Center.
LUNCH: Catered by A. Litteri's. Menu includes Italian cold cut sandwiches, Italian cold cuts and cheese platter, pasta salad, and dessert. Beverages (water, iced tea, soda, coffee) included.
PRICE: $25.00 for members; $30.00 for non-members.
RSVP: By 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 16.
PARKING/METRO: Paid street parking. Casa Italiana Sociocultural Center is accessible via the red line Metro, Judiciary Square.

Where is it happening?

Casa Italiana Language School, 595 3rd St NW,Washington D.C., Washington, United States

Event Location & Nearby Stays:

Host or Publisher The Abruzzo and Molise Heritage Society of the Washington D.C. Area

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