Casa Italina
- Address: 1151 - 1161 Amsterdam Ave
- University of Columbia University, Morningside in Morningside Heights
- Neighborhood of Morningside Heights in Manhattan NYC
- Borough of Manhattan NYC in New York City
| Y/M/D | Person | Association | Description | Composition | Food | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y/M/D | Person | Association | Description | Composition | Food | Event |
| 1926/08/05 | Nicholas Murray Butler | Dignitary | The cornerstone for Casa Italina is laid by Columbia President Nicholas M Butler. The Italian Ambassador to the United States, the Italian Consul General, and representatives of Italian societies in New York City are also present. | |||
| 1927/10/12 | William Mitchell Kendall | Architect | On Columbus Day, Casa Italiana cultural center is dedicated as the centre and seat of Italian language, literature, history and art. | |||
| 1927/10/27 | Nicholas Murray Butler | Dignitary | Columbia President Butler, Judge Freschi, Joseph Paterno, and Professor Dino Bigongiari deliver speeches at the dedication of Casa Italiana. | |||
| 1927/10/27 | Guglielmo Marconi | Dignitary | Italian Senator Guglielmo Marconi represents Italy at the dedication of the Casa Italiana cultural center at Columbia University. |
| Particulars for Casa Italina: | |
|---|---|
| Area of Significance | Architecture |
| Criteria | Architecture-Engineering |
| Sight Category | Building |
| Higher Learning | College |
| Area of Significance | Education |
| Architectural Style | Late 19th and 20th century revivals |
| Owner | Private |
| Historic Use | Research facility |
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