THE DANTE ALIGHIERI SOCIETY OF VIRGINIA
The Dante Alighieri Society of Virginia was organized in 1998 by a group of Lynchburg residents with a love of Italy and an interest in forming a sister city program in Vicenza, Italy.  The Society’s mission is to:          
  • Promote an appreciation of Italian achievements in the arts, literature, science and industry.          
  • Promote a spirit of understanding among people through the arts and other cultural activities.      
  • Monthly events and activities include lectures on Italian-related topics, programs in cooperation with Opera on the James, the Maier Museum and other area organizations, a film/dinner series, as well as travel opportunities.
  • The Dante Society of Virginia is a non profit organization named after Dante Alighieri (1265-1321), Italian Florentine poet and the author of The Divine Comedy, who is considered the father of the Italian language. 
Funding for the Virginia Society is provided by the membership which is open to all who have a love of all things Italian.  Single Memberships are $35, Family $60.   Checks should be made payable to the Dante Society of Virginia and mailed to 4410 Williams Road, Lynchburg, VA 24503. Download application here:  

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​We Welcome Your 2026 Annual Dues
 
It is a New Year of exciting programs
celebrating all things Italian!
 
Lectures, Travel, Musical events, gala Carnevale
celebration, local restaurant group dinners,
wine tastings, curated tours, and much more!
 
Member funding makes it all possible.
 
Renew your membership today:
$35 for individuals
$60 for families
 
 Mail a check to:      Dante Society of VA, 4410 Williams Road, Lynchburg, VA 24503 or use your Bank's "bill pay" function.