Showing pride in our Italian American heritage!

2023 HONOREES

On October 2, 2023, the Cleveland Italian American Heritage Committee celebrated 5 new honorees. 

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There are more than 125,000 Italian Americans in Northeast Ohio. Many are members of local Italian and Italian American organizations. Connect with them.

2024 NOMINATIONS

Nominations are now being accepted for 2024 honorees. Make your nominations here. Deadline for nominations is July 1, 2024.

On Monday, October 3, 2022, we gathered in the beautiful Cleveland City Hall Rotunda to celebrate Italian American Heritage Month. Here is a video of that celebration and ceremony.  

We are pleased to announce the 2022 Honorees for Cleveland Italian American Heritage Month! Biagio's Donuts & Pizza Shop
Michael A. LaMonica
Stanley J. Lorence
James A. Lucchese

Our 2022 Honorees

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The Cleveland Italian American Heritage Committee is comprised of volunteers devoted to preserving the culture and heritage of Italian Americans in Northeast Ohio

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Presenting the 2022 Cleveland Italian-American Heritage Honorees