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National Organization of Italian American Women

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Stayed informed and engaged with NOIAW by exploring our events. From insightful lectures to cultural celebrations, our calendar is brimming with opportunities to connect, learn and celebrate Italian American heritage. Join us for these enriching experiences, and become a part of our vibrant community. Check back frequently to stay updated on our latest event, and mark your calendars for memorable moments with NOIAW!

Upcoming Events

April 17, 2026

Everybody Wants to Be Italian!

77 MacDougal St, New York, NY 10012, USA

Join NOIAW at Tiro a Segno, the oldest Italian American social club in the country, on Friday, April 17 for a night of feasting, stories, and live music! Let's celebrate together the National Organization of Italian American Women and its unique 46-year-old legacy.

Our Festa Italiana will feature a seated dinner, enlivened by performances by actor Orietta Crispino and musician Natasha Bergman, and electrified by a super fun Italian sing-along led by Angelina Fiordellisi. Dinner includes antipasto, primo piatto, secondo piatto and dolce.

Want to elevate your experience, and explore first hand the name of this Manhattan's historic hidden gem? Then enjoy the below-ground thrill, reserved for those who choose our limited special package, and entry into a storied New York tradition.

Admission fees:

  • $300 regular ticket / $3,000 table of ten

  • $400 special package ticket* / $4,000 table of ten**

*/**seats are limited

Sponsorship Levels
Platinum: $10,000 (table for 10 at the Festa, premium two-page journal ad spread, sponsor logo displayed on all event signage and social media); Gold: $7,500 (table for 10 at the Festa, premium one-page journal ad, sponsor logo displayed on all event signage and social media; Silver: $5,000 (table for 10 at the Festa, premium one-page journal ad, sponsor logo displayed on all event signage).

Journal Ads
Full page (platinum border): $2,500
Full page (gold border): $1,250
Full page: $1,000
Half page: $500

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April 18, 2026

Raphael at the MET with NOIAW!

1000 5th Ave, New York, NY 10028, USA

Join NOIAW's Greater New York Region and visit with us Raphael - Sublime Poetry, the comprehensive exhibition at the MET on one of the undisputed masters of Italian Renaissance.

After viewing the exhibition, we will gather at "The Eatery" downstairs for lunch. "The Eatery" is accessed by going to the Medieval Sculpture Hall and down to the ground level via elevator or stairs. Each individual is responsible for their own lunch.

The group has limited capacity: reserve your spot with NOIAW today!

Below are the ticket fees, as per the MET rates:

  • $33 Member Adult | $35 Non Member Adult

  • $25 Member Senior (65+) | $30 Non Member Senior (65+)

    The “ pay what you wish” option for NYC residents does not apply to group visits. Upon registration, NOIAW will purchase the tickets and distribute them to the attendees on the day of the visit.

Meeting point is on the main staircase at the front of the MET on Fifth Avenue at 9:30 am sharp.

There is a parking garage for visitors, located underneath the museum at 80th Street and 5th Avenue. Parking charges, additional to ticket fees and at visitors' expense, are: $25 (up to 1 hour) | $42 (up to 3 hours) | $50 (up to 5 hours).

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Testimonials

“As an Italian lifestyle blogger and marketing professional, NOIAW has allowed me to connect and build relationships with professional women of Italian descent, all while celebrating our beloved heritage. I moved from Italy when I was nine years old, and this organization has helped me feel connected to my culture through their various events and resources. Learning about the paths and successes of many women who are NOIAW members is truly inspiring, and it makes me proud to be part of this group”.

— Diane Pisera