Italian Cultural Center - Il Punto!

Connecting diverse communities through a common passion for Italian arts and culture.

About Il Punto

Siamo Il Punto di Incontro a Seattle
We are the (Italian) Meeting Point

We are enthusiastic about sharing our love for Italia and organize cultural events, fun gatherings, language programs that emphasize community and connection for all Italians and Italy-lovers in the Seattle area. 

Join, Volunteer, Connect

Become a member - to enjoy discounts at cultural events and lower fees for language programs, to support Italian culture in the Seattle area, to reconnect with your Italian heritage, to meet recent Italian transplants, or simply connect with our vibrant community of enthusiasts of Italy!

Volunteer and enjoy your new amici!

Upcoming Events

News & Announcements

University of Washington Scholars Abroad  Program
The UW Rome Center’s Scholars Abroad program offers learners of all ages the chance to embrace this enriching experience. Imagine living in the heart of Italy’s capital, reliving your own study abroad journey or discovering Rome for the first time.

Apply here https://www.washington.edu/rome/scholars-abroad/, deadline for the December session is August 31, 2025.


NOI Bimbi Fall 2025 Registration now open!  
Registration details are available at this page.


BEGINNER Conversation Groups Dates 
June-July, August: 9am start 

 Level Location  Date  Moderator   Register
 Summer
9AM start		        
Beginner PNA, Seattle  12-Jul Daniela Balestra Register here 
Beginner PNA, Seattle  26-Jul Daniela Balestra  Register here 
Beginner PNA, Seattle  9-Aug Daniela Balestra Register here
Beginner
 PNA, Seattle 23-Aug Daniela Balestra Register here

INTERMEDIATE Conversation Groups Dates 
 June-July, August: 10.30 am start 

Level Location  Date  Moderator   Register
 Summer
10.30 start		        
 Intermediate  PNA, Seattle 12-Jul  Daniela Balestra  Register here 
 Intermediate  PNA, Seattle 23-Aug  Daniela Balestra   Register here 
Log in

Biblioteca Italiana Seattle (BIS) is now open!  

Come visit the Biblioteca Italiana. Information on opening times and catalog available here: Library page.


Are you Interested in Volunteering?

We have a range of ways to volunteer.

We'd love more volunteers is to help coordinate in-person or virtual events, classes and initiatives.

We are also especially looking for a volunteer coordinator, and class moderators for our very popular Italian Conversation classes.

If you are interested, please contact:  contactus@ilpuntoseattle.org

Board of Directors for 2025:

  • President:  Alessandra Arosio
  • Vice President:  Federico Boscolo
  • Treasurer:  Carlo Malaguzzi
  • Secretary:  Giorgio Sardo
  • At-large:     John LaManna
  • At-large:     Keith Morphis

  • At-large:     Lorenzo Iovino

  • At-large:     Mario Cazzanti

  • At-large:    Tiziano Recchi
  • At-large:  Rae Wang
Board bios 2025

A new Board of Directors is elected each year during our December meeting.


Italian Cultural Center - Il Punto is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Tax ID 47-2538399.

Mailing Address: PO Box 30674, Seattle, WA 98113

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