8:30 AM start with coffee and registration, with workshop beginning at 9 AM and completing at noon. GOOD WORK IN PRACTICEWith Michael Pacanowsky Every organization has a culture that quietly shapes how people treat one another, how decisions get made, what gets rewarded, and what gets ignored. And it either supports human flourishing—or it undermines […]

Morning Seminar on Catholic Sexual Teaching “For thou didst form my inward parts, thou didst knit me together in my mother’s womb. I praise thee, for thou art fearful and wonderful. Wonderful are thy works! Thou knowest me right well”   Psalm 139:13–14, RSV What does it mean to be made in the image of […]

Philipp Scharwenka: Piano Trio in C-sharp minor, Op. 100 (1897)Johann Nepomuk Hummel: Piano Trio in G major, Op.65 (1815)Maurice Ravel: Piano Trio in A minor (1914) Reception to Follow Space for this concert is limited. To ensure your spot, please make the suggested donation and RSVP in advance. Walk-ins are welcome, but seating cannot be […]

Pianists Kasia Salwinski and Rollin Wilber, present a concert of stirring and rhythmical works. Music arose to a great degree from human movement, our natural motion. Thus: it’s endless array of rhythms. Street dancing, folk-dance, social and court dance gatherings abounded. It carried forth into the wonderful world of our listening to classical music. In […]

In this lecture, Gerald E. Murray will examine the recent life of the Catholic Church by looking back at the pontificate of Pope Francis and considering the early direction of Pope Leo XIV. Drawing on theology, canon law, and the Church’s historical experience, Fr. Murray will review key developments that shaped the Church in recent […]

Concert Program: Juon: Piano Trio No. 1 in A minor, Op. 17 (1901)Three movements: Allegro – Poco meno mosso; Adagio non troppo in F major; Rondo. Allegro. Warm late-Romantic writing with Slavic color. A singing slow movement and a dancing finale. Shostakovich: Piano Trio No. 1 in C minor, Op. 8 (1923)Single-movement “Poème.” Written as […]

With pianists, Rollin Wilber, Kasia Marzec-Salwinski, and baritone/narrator Robert Edwin In a delightful and sophisticated program of musical reminiscence and poetic affections, are sounds to rouse our thoughts and feelings about childhood and the caring for our children. Program notes Variations for piano on “Ah, vous dirai-je, Maman” – by WOLFGANG AMADEUS MOZART Six Songs […]

A Kairos Trio & Fine Art Music Joint Performance Maurice Ravel (March 7, 1875 to December 28, 1937) shaped early twentieth century French music with precision, color, and clarity. He fused classical forms with fresh harmonies and rhythm. From intimate piano works to luminous chamber music, his voice remains unmistakable. In 2025 we mark the […]

Sunday, November 2, 2025 • 5:00 p.m.Mass Venue: Our Lady of Lourdes Church, 6301 Woodbine Avenue, Philadelphia, PAReception Venue: Ivy Hall, 6331 Lancaster Avenue, Philadelphia, PA A Solemn Pontifical High Mass will be celebrated by Gerhard Cardinal Müller, followed by a special reception at Ivy Hall, headquarters of the IIC. This is a rare opportunity […]

TIME:October 4th, 2025   5:00 PM       EVENT DESCRIPTION: A celebration of music and family! For more than two decades, Ivy Hall has been home to one of Philadelphia’s most gemütlich (cozy and cheerful) fall traditions. Our Oktoberfest has brought together families, friends, and neighbors for an evening of laughter, music, and plenty of food and drink. Whether you […]

The International Institute for Culture welcomes Archduke Eduard von Habsburg, Ambassador of Hungary to the Holy See and member of the historic Habsburg family, for an evening on Catholic culture. Drawing from his experience as a diplomat, writer, and representative of one of Europe’s most enduring dynasties, he will reflect on the role of faith […]

This event is a presentation by the Philadelphia Chesterton Society. They aim to provide an opportunity for fellowship and fun in Southeastern Pennsylvania centered around the writings of G.K. Chesterton. You can read more about them here:  https://www.phillygkc.org/about.html G.K. Chesterton and Hilaire Belloc credited the encyclical Rerum Novarum of 1891 by Pope Leo XIII as […]

PROGRAMFranz Schubert, Impromptu in C minor, op.90 #1Claude Debussy, EstampesEnrique Granados, Valses PoeticosAlberto Ginastera, Danzas ArgentinasFrederic Chopin, Three Mazurkas, op.59 and Ballade #4 in F minor About ROLLIN WILBER – PIANIST Rollin Wilber, pianist, was raised in the New York City area, in an extended family of professional musicians. He started his piano studies at […]

PROGRAM W.A. Mozart: Piano Trio in G major, K.564J. Suk: Petit Trio in C minor, Op.2 S.Rachmaninov: Trio élégiaque No.1 in G minorC. Chaminade: Piano Trio No.1 in G minor, Op.11 Kairos Trio is comprised of pianist Kasia Marzec-Salwinski, violinist Tom DiSarlo and cellist Talia Schiff. The players, whose combined careers have encompassed the performance […]

As part of his “pro-life” agenda, President Trump has promised to mandate free access to In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) for anyone who wants it. The reason President Trump is right on the issue of abortion is the very reason that he is wrong on IVF. Join Dr. John Haas as he explores the science and morality surrounding […]

We at the International Institute of Culture wish you all a blessed and holy Christmas season.

In this public lecture, we will showcase the life and career of the great German-American architect William Schickel. Born in Wiesbaden, Germany in 1850, William studied at the Ecole de Beaux Arts in Paris and then moved New York in July 1870 at the age of 20. Early in his career, William worked for Richard […]

Recent history has reminded us that the most difficult challenges can pave the way for opportunities of great creativity. Such is the genesis of Kairos Trio, the latest ensemble to join the flourishing Philadelphia chamber music scene. A piano trio comprised of pianist Kasia Marzec-Salwinski, violinist Tom DiSarlo and cellist Talia Schiff, this ensemble sprouted […]

The International Institute for Culture is hosting its 21st annual Oktoberfest on October 5th at Ivy Hall!  Join the party that's been running since 1810! “The Oktoberfest” is a festival of food, drink, and entertainment. It is a coming together of family and friends that has its roots in Germany at the royal wedding of King […]

His Eminence, Gerhard Cardinal Müller, will address the essential role of the Magisterium for the faith and practice of Catholics.  Cardinal Müller currently serves as a member of the Supreme Tribunal of the Apostolic Signatura. Pope John Paul II appointed him as Bishop of Regensburg in 2002.  In 2012 Pope Benedict XVI appointed him the […]

John Manderscheid is a Canadian human rights attorney and legal historian.  He earned his BA and MA in History from the University of Alberta in Canada. He went on to earn his LLB and LLM in International Human Rights Law from Queen Mary University of London, where he achieved academic honours, ultimately graduating First Class […]

Kairos Trio is a piano trio comprised of pianist Kasia Marzec-Salwinski, violinist Tom DiSarlo and cellist Talia Schiff. This performance will be a repeat of their exciting debut concert in April.  The program includes thrilling Phantasia by Frank Bridge, charming trio by Joseph Haydn and Brahms' masterpiece - his first trio in B minor, Op.8. Reception […]

The Order of Malta American and Federal Associations in Philadelphia and Wilmington An Informative Evening About The Worldwide Relief Work of the Sovereign Order of Malta About: Malteser International Americas is an affiliate of Malteser International, the worldwide relief and development organization of the Sovereign Order of Malta. We provide aid to people in need with over 140 […]

The Art of Devotion IIConsidering the vast heritage of Catholic art and architecture, Anthony Visco takes us through his career as a vocational artist and liturgical designer, his education and today’s need for education in the sacred arts. In this PowerPoint lecture, Mr. Visco will discuss his personal journey to secure the perceptual and the […]

Through years of meticulous research and access to the literary estate of G.K. Chesterton, Joseph Pearce wrote a major biography of a 20th century literary giant, providing a great deal of important information on GKC never before published. Pearce will talk about the multi- faceted author, artist and debater who loved the friendship of children, […]

Joseph Pearce will explore the inextricable connection between the Good, the True and the Beautiful, making the necessary connections between faith and reason and between theology, philosophy, history and literature.   Joseph Pearce will also be speaking at St. Charles Seminary the next day, April 28th. He will be speaking on GK Chesterton.  A native of England, Joseph […]