Our Events
History Speakers Series Episode 6: The Origins of the Croatian Grb (Coat of Arms) with Dr. Mario Jareb
Which comes first, the red checker or the white checker? Watch Dr. Mario Jareb, a professor and author from Zagreb, lecture about the history and origins of the Croatian Grb. His research primarily focuses on the origin and development of Croatian national symbols, as well as the fate of the Catholic Church in Croatia and Bosnia and Herzegovina during the Second World War. He is the author of From Checkerboard to Tricolor: Development and Use of the Croatian Coat of Arms and Flag Throughout the Centuries.
1100th Anniversary of King Tomislav’s Coronation Celebration Reception
Moderated by President of the CAA John Kraljic and featuring Croatian professors in medieval history: Dr. Tomislav Galovic, Dr. Dragan Damjanovic, Dr. Tatjana Tomaic, and Zeljko Bartulavic. Co-sponsored by ACAP DC and the Croatian Academy of America.
38th CFU Adult Tamburitza Festival
Join us for the 38th CFU Adult Tamburitza Festival in Atlantic City.
ACAP 9th Annual Conference
Join the Association of Croatian American Professionals for their 9th Annual Conference.
History Speakers Series Episode 5: The Few Who Defied a Sultan
Mr. Zidaric presents the story of Nikola Zrinski, the Siege of Szigetvár, and the defense of Europe’s frontier against the Ottoman Empire.
History Speakers Series Episode 4: Croatian Myths and Legends
An exploration of Croatian folklore, myth, and ancestral storytelling through the Hrvatske Legende Project.
Croatian American Sports Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and Dinner
The Croatian American Sports Hall of Fame, in conjunction with NFCACF and the Croatian Fraternal Union, announces the 2024 inductees and induction dinner.
Salute to Dr. William Novick
NFCACF arranged an open house reception in Zagreb to honor pediatric cardiac surgeon Dr. Bill Novick, who operated on 561 Croatian children with congenital heart defects from 1992 to 2003.
80th Anniversary on Island Vis
Commemorating the emergency airstrip on Vis that helped save around 4,000 Allied airmen during 1944–1945, in partnership with the Croatian Military History Society.
History Series Mini-Symposium on the Overview of Croatian History
A four-hour mini symposium featuring several Croatian historians and continuing NFCACF’s educational history series.
Vis: The Last Hope WWII 1944–1945
Danijel Frka presented his book documenting the bravery of American and British pilots and the Croatian inhabitants of the island of Vis during the war.
History Speakers Series Episode 3: Operation Storm
A webinar on the importance of Operation Storm in restoring Croatian territory and helping bring an end to the wars in Croatia and Bosnia and Herzegovina.
History Speakers Series Episode 2: USA and the Croatian Question Between Two World Wars
A discussion of diplomatic history and U.S. engagement with the Croatian issue during the interwar period.
History Speakers Series Episode 1: Herzegovinian Franciscans & Croatian Spring (1967–1971)
A discussion of Herzegovinian Franciscans during World War II and the Croatian Spring movement during communist Yugoslavia.
30th Anniversary of Croatian Independence with NFCACF and CFU
A global webinar featuring keynote speakers, performances, and participation by NFCACF delegates and supporters.
Book Talk with Peter Frankopan on The Silk Road and the New Silk Road
A book discussion addressing the Eastern origins of the Silk Road and its impact on the cultural landscape of the Middle East and Europe.
Legal Experts on Property Ownership Issues in Croatia
A webinar exploring land rights, title clarification, and property ownership options for Croatian Americans interested in property matters in Croatia.
25th Anniversary of the Dayton Peace Accord Webinar
A webinar marking 25 years since Dayton, examining Croatian military operations, the end of the war, and ongoing post-war issues in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Book Club Discussion with 3 Talented Croatian American Authors & Happy Hour
A Croatian American Book Club event with three authors, a slideshow, music, and community conversation.
Discussion with U.S. Ambassador Robert Kohorst on U.S.–Croatia Relations
Ambassador Kohorst discussed U.S.–Croatia relations, including double taxation, the visa waiver program, and the LNG terminal on Krk Island.
