The Italian Society of San Antonio
Keeping Italian culture, language and family traditions alive in San Antonio since 1890.
Generations of tradition, a history of community
Near the end of the nineteenth century, when San Antonio's population was just 37,673, a small group of Italians arrived in the Alamo City. Most were immigrants, and they formed a fraternal society to help Italian families adapt to a new language and a new way of life.
As San Antonio's Italians prospered, they took on leadership roles in the city's social, political and economic life. Today the Society is a hub for community, charity, culture, cooking classes, Italian lessons and more.
The longest continuously operating Italian American society in the United States.We pre-date the Sons and Daughters of Italy, founded in 1905. Members of every background are welcome.
Coming up
Full calendar- Dinners, concerts, wine tastings and nights in the piazza happen all year. See the events calendar.
What we do
Open to members and the wider San Antonio community.
Italian lessons
Classes for every age and level, from first words to fluent conversation.
Events and dinners
The annual Spaghetti Dinner, concerts, wine tastings and nights in the piazza.
Italian citizenship
Guidance on applying for citizenship by descent, working with the Consulate in Houston.
Imported olive oil
Extra virgin olive oil from Italy, available to order each season.
Volunteering
Helping neighbors in need and raising funds with the 100 Club of San Antonio for families of fallen first responders.
Rent the Italian Hall
Three event spaces for weddings, quinceañeras and fundraisers.
In their words
“The Roman Landscape tour at the San Antonio Museum of Art was a great event! The exhibit was amazing and the tour was really informative.”
Katherine W.
“Learning about the Italian Hall and the great ventures that have gone on to shape San Antonio is inspiring. Lucchese Boots, Palletas, Guido Construction, and many more.”
Michael G.
“Growing up, performing at the spaghetti dinners was a tradition, a rite of passage.”
Paolo C.
Join the Society
a year, or $480 once for a lifetime membership. You don't need Italian heritage to join.
Become a member- Invitations to member events, from the Christmas party to cooking classes
- Discounted rates when you rent the Italian Hall and on event tickets
- The chance to order our imported extra virgin olive oil from Italy
- Downtown parking and park access, and a vote in Society decisions
Questions about membership? Call the club at (210) 223-8284.
Celebrate at the Italian Hall
Three event spaces for up to 220 guests at 201 Piazza Italia: the Renaissance Room, the Venice Room and the lighted courtyard.
Plan your event