Italian American Community Center, Rochester NY

The Mission of the Italian American Community Center is to sustain the social vitality and cultural vibrancy of the Italian American heritage by strengthening family life, uplifting human services, binding together the diverse historical traditions of Italians, and honoring the legacy of Italian immigration to the United States. In a way that… Provides opportunities to gain new knowledge through educational, cultural, recreational, and sporting events. Provides a meeting place for social and professional gatherings in Rochester Facilitates community involvement through working partnerships with other community-based organizations Creates opportunities for interacting with other ethnic and racial groups So that we… Become a cohesive community proud of our Italian heritage Reduce the incidence of ethnic stereotyping and bias Enable seniors to participate in family and community life Gain respect for our heritage by children and youth Practice good citizenship skills Sustain a focal point in the community where every Italian American and those who appreciate Italian culture can acquire and practice our cultural traditions Inaugurated with much fanfare in October 1997, the Italian American Center (IACC) is the largest multi-functional center in the region. The IACC building contains three floors, with a total of 27,000 square feet of floor space. The basement floor has a recreation room, and bocce courts. The main floor features “The Grand Ballroom”, with a capacity for 280 people, an Italian style bar/cafe and offices. The top level is complete with a Boardroom/Classroom, the Richard DiMarco Library, and a second banquet room with a dance floor and bar. The facility is managed by the Board of Directors, a facilities manager, full time staff, as well as a large number of volunteers.