To my fellow brothers and sisters,
At the ISDA, our mission has always been to celebrate and preserve the rich traditions and proud heritage that define our Italian American identity.
That’s why I’m honored to announce that ISDA has partnered with Pittsburgh’s esteemed Heinz History Center to present a comprehensive Italian Genealogy Workshop.
Event Details:
- Date: Sunday, June 1, 2025
- Time: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Location: Heinz History Center: 1212 Smallman Street, Pittsburgh, PA
- Admission: $30 for ISDA and Heinz History Center members; $40 for non-members
- Attend this workshop either in person or virtually: Act quickly, in-person tickets that are expected to sell out as this event is also open to the public.
- FREE LUNCH included for a limited number of ISDA members who purchase in-person tickets:Call the ISDA Home Office at 412-261-3550 to receive the special discount code.
REGISTER HERE
Why This Workshop Matters — and What You’ll Take Away
This workshop will feature acclaimed genealogist Rich Venezia of Rich Roots Genealogy, who will lead four lectures focusing on essential records and strategies for tracing Italian ancestry; plus, Rich will offer the very latest details on dual citizenship — a hot-button issue in our community right now. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced genealogist, Rich’s insights will provide valuable guidance in exploring your family history. All ISDA members stand to gain meaningful and actionable takeaways from this session.
In addition to Rich’s presentations, the workshop will include lightning talks by representatives from local archival and genealogical resources, including the University of Pittsburgh Archives & Special Collections and the Heinz History Center. These sessions will highlight valuable record sets specific to Western PA’s Italian genealogy.
In-person attendees can also participate in a special curator-led tour of artifacts from the Italian American Collection, showcased within the museum’s fourth-floor Special Collections Gallery. This tour will offer a tangible connection to the experiences and contributions of Italian Americans in the Western PA region.
The Italian Genealogy Workshop, sponsored by ISDA, is presented by the Heinz History Center’s Italian American Program & the Detre Library & Archives (click here for the full event details).
This in-person and virtual event embodies ISDA’s commitment to fostering a deeper connection to our roots. By understanding the journeys of our ancestors, we honor their legacies and enrich our own identities.
I hope to see you on June 1!