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S.S. Cosmas and Damian Society, Inc.

S.S. Cosmas and Damian Society, Inc. is a historic Italian heritage society located at 17 Porter St in East Cambridge, Massachusetts. Founded in 1926, it is locally renowned for preserving century-old traditions through its annual Italian Feast and Festival.
What to expect
- •Grand religious processions through the streets of East Cambridge.
- •Authentic Italian street food and traditional culinary offerings.
- •Live national entertainment and musical performances.
- •Amusement rides and classic carnival games for all ages.
Who it's for
- Families with children
- Italian-American heritage enthusiasts
- Local foodies
- Cambridge residents and visitors
Good to know
Where is the S.S. Cosmas and Damian Society located?
The society is located at 17 Porter St, Cambridge, MA 02141, in the East Cambridge neighborhood.
What is the society best known for?
It is famous for hosting an annual Italian Feast and Festival featuring religious processions, food, and live entertainment.
When was the S.S. Cosmas and Damian Society established?
The society was founded in 1926 and has been preserving Italian-American heritage for nearly a century.
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