Historical Aperitivo: Garibaldi’s Staten Island Sojourn - June 18, 2024

In 1851, having barely escaped Italy with his life, Giuseppe Garibaldi moved into the humble home of Antonio Meucci on Staten Island, in New York City. What does this episode on the periphery of the Risorgimento tell us about this complex and larger than life historical figure carrying the weight of the world on his shoulders? Historian Christine Contrada, who described the ominous death of Julius Cesar on the Ides of March for us, is returning to give a brief explanation of Garibaldi's connections to Rome and the historic Testaccio district.

When: Tuesday, June 18, 2024

Time: 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Where: Angelineria Cocktail Salotto, Via Galvani 24 (Testaccio area)

Cost: €15 for the aperitivo combo with a drink (wine, beer or select cocktails) and snacks including mini arancino, mini focaccia, olives and chips. Other food options available. Each participant is responsible for payment of whatever they order.

RSVP: canadarome@gmail.com ATTN Marina to secure a spot at our table.

CCR Walks: Risorgimento Museum at Piazza Venezia - February 7, 2016

February 1861 marks the institution of Italy's first National Parliament. People are often surprised to find that, inspite of its glorious past, Italy was one of the latest among Western Europe's countries to achieve unity. Italy's struggle for independence is illustrated by a series of sometimes curious, sometimes poignant mementos, in one of the city's lesser-known museums, located in the huge Monument to Victor Emanuel II overlooking Piazza Venezia.

When: Sunday, Feb. 7, 2016
Time: 9:45 a.m., 9:30 for coffee beforehand.
Meeting point: Exact location to be provided to those registered for this walk.
Cost: €10 for CCR members, €15 non-members, plus €5 admission ticket.
RVSP required by Thu., Feb. 4th, ATTN Peter at canadarome@gmail.com. You are financially responsible for your reservation.
NOTE: Please bring correct change.