The Italian American Museum of Los Angeles is pleased to announce that it received a contribution from the Ferrante Family in memory of Henry Ferrante, Jr. Henry was born in 1943 in Rhode Island, the son of Enrico and Bettina Ferrante. His grandparents had immigrated from Basilicata and elsewhere in Italy at the turn of the twentieth century. 

When: Saturday, May 20 · 3:30 - 4:30pm PDT - Where: The Italian American Museum of Los Angeles 644 North Main Street Los Angeles, CA 90012 As part of the exhibition A Real Boy: The Many Lives of Pinocchio the IAMLA presents a free and engaging workshop led by artist Ylenia Milo. Partecipants will make their very own marionette using colors, paper a...

Since it was first published 140 years ago, The Adventures of Pinocchio has become an international best-seller, captivating generations of children and adults the world over. The whimsical story of a wooden puppet who dreams of becoming a real boy has been translated into 260 languages, making it the most translated book besides the Bible and Anto...

The Italian American Museum of Los Angeles (IAMLA) is seeking a full-time entry-level administrative assistant to work in a fast-paced museum and office environment. The ideal candidate should be familiar with museums and/or non-profit organizations, be well versed in technology, and have excellent communication skills. Working some evenings and we...

When: Saturday, April 22 · 6 - 9pm PDT - Where: The Italian American Museum of Los Angeles 644 North Main Street Los Angeles, CA 90012 The Italian American Museum of Los Angeles (IAMLA) presents a conversation with Adriana Trigiani, moderated by Cara Mia DiMassa. Adriana’s latest novel, The Good Left Undone, was an instant New York Times best-selle...

Enjoy a heartfelt adaptation of the classic tale. This one-woman show will entertain the entire family. An original play by Silvia Bottini - Please note: Children need to be accompanied by an adult. This event is part of the exhibition: A Real Boy: The Many Lives of Pinocchio explores the cultural origins, interpretations, and enduring appeal of on...

When: Friday, March 24 · 6 - 8:30pm PDT - Where: The Italian American Museum of Los Angeles 644 North Main Street Los Angeles, CA 90012 United States Can what you eat determine how long, and how well, you live? Can eating like your ancestors improve your overall health? The clinically proven answer is yes, and The Longevity Diet is easier to follow...

When: Sat, March 4, 2023, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM - Where: The Italian American Museum of Los Angeles 644 North Main Street Los Angeles, CA 90012 The IAMLA presents The Image of the Puppet in Italian Theater, Literature, and Film a lecture by Federico Pacchioni, Ph.D. examining the origins, legacy, and history of the puppet in culture. The event is part...

Some time ago, while counting the number of interviews published, I realized that I was approaching the three hundredth, and that keeping the current pace I would get there with the second to be published in February 2023. That's why I'm so glad that the 300th interview of We the Italians is this one. Because it is truly one of the most important a...

A Free Zine Making Workshop celebrating Pinocchio, led by artist and author Darrell Fusaro. Saturday, February 4, 2023, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM PST. The Italian American Museum of Los Angeles 644 North Main Street Los Angeles, CA 90012. As part of the exhibition "A Real Boy: The Many Lives of Pinocchio", the IAMLA presents a free and engaging workshop le...