A new law enacted in March 2025 may render some of the information below inaccurate. Do you think you might be able to apply for Italian dual citizenship, but aren't sure where to start? We'll guide you through some different avenues to help you on your way! About 16 million Americans can trace their ancestry to Italy. They may celebrate their Italian heritage in different ways: enjoying Italian food and wine, Italian American festivals, art, music, and travel to Italy. Today, many … [Read more...]
Struggling to Find Your Italian Ancestors? How to Navigate Italian Archives.
From Jersey Shore to Postiglione: Finding Italian Ancestors You never know when and where your Italian ancestors will show up. How one genealogist found her Italian ancestors on a most unusual family vacation. It was the summer of 2016. As was my extended family's tradition, we rented a house at the Jersey Shore for a week in the summer. As is the goal of all family vacations, the hope is to create new memories and forge stronger connections between members. That is why my family … [Read more...]