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Turkish American Cultural Center of Madison (TACC-Madison), a unit of Turkish American Cultural Foundation of Wisconsin, Inc., is a non-profit 501 (c) (3) organization established on August 29, 2008 to promote a better understanding and closer relations between Turkish-American Community and other communities in Madison, Wisconsin through cultural activities and social gatherings. While keeping focus on preserving the Turkish culture and traditions and responding to the social and cultural needs of its members; TACC-Madison shares diverse Turkish culture with the American society.

TACC-Madison encourages people to better integrate into their local communities and contribute to peace, prosperity and harmony in the area. TACC-Madison acts with the motto that getting to know each other will build bridges among our community members.

The majority of TACC-Madison’s services are performed without any fees. Each activity is open to public without any discrimination based on race, ethnicity, religion, gender, and sexual orientation.

Mission and Vision

Our aim is to promote inter-cultural friendship and strengthen the relationships within the Turkish-American society. Meanwhile, we endeavor to:

  • Increase and improve the public knowledge and understanding of Turkish culture and history
  • Provide exchange of arts, culture, and cuisine of the United States and Turkey
  • Support and preserve Turkish traditions
  • Perform humanitarian assistance to the Turkish-Americans in the Madison-Wisconsin area