Welcome to the Garibaldi-Meucci Museum!

The Board of Commissioners of the Garibaldi-Meucci Museum cordially invites you to celebrate with us at the 22nd Annual Fundraiser Brunch on Sunday, August 29, 2010 from 11 a.m.. 3 p.m. at The George Washington Manor in Roslyn, NY.

We will be honoring Joseph J. DiTrapani, National OSIA President, Edward Innella, recipient of the Order Sons of Italy Bene Emeritus Award and the Sons of Italy Foundation representative to the museum and Dr. Anthony J. Tamburri, Dean of the John D. Calandra Italian-American Institute of Queens College/CUNY and professor of Italian & Italian-American Studies.

Additionally, we will recognize Robert Necci, past Chairman of the Garibaldi-Meucci Museum, and Sam Fumosa, as he steps down from his position as Chair of the National Overseers of GMM. Lastly, we will be acknowledging the work of Fran Cicero, Silvia A. Montemurro, Eric Pappalardi and Lino Pizzaia, as they conclude their terms as Commissioners of the museum.

The cost of $60 will include a sumptuous lunch, with proceeds going to fund our cultural exhibitions and programs. To reserve a seat, call 718-442-1608.


About the Museum

The Garibaldi-Meucci Museum is owned by the National Order Sons of Italy Foundation and administered by the New York Grand Lodge Order Sons of Italy in America. This National Landmark is preserved as a memorial to the lives of Antonio Meucci the true inventor of the telephone and Giuseppe Garibaldi, a legendary hero who championed the unification of the Italy.

Today the museum offers historical tours, Italian language programs for all levels, school programs for K-12, permanent and temporary exhibitions, lectures and concerts. Additionally, the museum serves as a repository for Italian American Heritage and Culture.

At press time, program funding has been provided through the Order Sons of Italy in America; by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council; the Office of the Staten Island Borough President, Richmond County Savings Foundation; Northfield Bank Foundation, and by grants allocated by New York State Senator Diane Savino and New York City Councilmembers Vincent Ignizio and James Oddo. The Garibaldi-Meucci Museum is owned and operated by the Order Sons of Italy in America.