MUSEO FUTURE HOME
Join us in shaping the next chapter of Italian and Italian American culture in San Francisco!
MUSEO ITALO AMERICANO:
IERI, OGGI E DOMANI
In 1978, the Museo Italo Americano was founded in a small room above Caffè Malvina in San Francisco’s North Beach. Our mission in 1978 was very much as it is today – to research, collect, and display works by Italian and Italian-American artists, and to promote educational programs for the appreciation of Italian art and culture. This short video tells the story of the Museo – its past, present and plans for the future.
Join us on a virtual tour of the Future Home of the Museo, where art, history, and immersive experiences
come together to celebrate Italian culture through wine, food, film, and conversation in San Francisco.
Explore the vision for this extraordinary space and discover how it will bring Italy’s rich heritage to life for generations to come.
ITALIAN LANGUAGE CLASSES
Learn Italian with Our Online Classes: Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced Levels
Are you ready to embark on a journey to master the beautiful Italian language? Our online Italian classes cater to learners of all levels—whether you’re just starting out, looking to enhance your skills, or aiming for fluency.
EVENTI
For a complete list of events please go to the Eventi menu.
Mercatino di Natale 2025 – Italian Christmas Market – Sign Up Vendors
October 3 @ 9:00 am – December 6 @ 9:00 pm
CURRENT EXHIBITIONS AT THE FUTURE HOME:
UNFOLDING FEMALE &
SAINT FRANCIS OF ASSISI – EMOTIONS OF THE MAN
Unfolding Female By Lorenzo Brucia and Tricia Grame
A powerful exploration of the symbolic link between the Virgin Mary and ancient fertility goddesses celebrating the strength, compassion, and spiritual power of the feminine.
Saint Francis of Assisi – Emotions of the Man By Lorenzo (Larry) Brucia
A unique blend of photography and performance art, inspired by The Mask Trilogy and the fictional novel Secrets of the Carsarians, centered on the death mask of Saint Francis.
Viewings of both exhibitions: Wednesdays & Fridays, 11 AM–2 PM (by appointment). Special group tours: (415) 673-2200
MUSEO ITALO AMERICANO E-SHOP
Visit the Museo Italo Americano gift shop from the comfort of your home!
Whether you’re searching for the perfect Made in Italy gift for a loved one or wanting to add some Italian flair to your living space, there is something for everyone.
NORTH AMERICAN RECIPROCAL MUSEUM ASSOCIATION
The Museo Italo Americano is proud to be a part of the North American Reciprocal Museum (NARM) Association, an extensive network that connects members to over 1,300 cultural institutions across six countries, including Bermuda, Canada, the Cayman Islands, Puerto Rico, Mexico, and the United States. By becoming a Museo member at the Premium level or higher, you will gain NARM-level benefits, giving you access to arts, science, history, botanical gardens, and much more at participating institutions.
Explore a world of culture with your NARM membership HERE
