
Culture & heritage
Get-togethers and celebrations of Turkish holidays and traditions that bring the Turkish-American community of Rhode Island together.
A 501(c)(3) non-profit, non-political organization educating and informing the public about the many dimensions of Turkey and Turkish life.


Turkish American Cultural Society of Rhode Island (TACS-RI) is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt non-profit organization, dedicated to educating and informing the public about the many dimensions of Turkey, and Turkish heritage in Rhode Island.
We are a non-political entity, and our efforts are focused on the historical, cultural, sociological, and anthropological aspects of Turkey and Turkish life.
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Get-togethers and celebrations of Turkish holidays and traditions that bring the Turkish-American community of Rhode Island together.

Educating the public about the history and culture of Turkey and Turkish life, including our Turkish Language Workshop.
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Helping our neighbours: supporting a new library for Centredale Elementary School in North Providence and food donation drop-offs.
Learn moreWe announce gatherings and celebrations first in our Facebook group and on Instagram. Follow along so you don’t miss the next one.
Members keep TACS-RI going. Choose a yearly plan; every membership includes full access to our events.
$20/ year
$40/ year
$80/ year




Donate, volunteer at our events or partner with us. Every bit of support helps us share Turkish heritage and support our neighbours in Rhode Island.
Think about and celebrate your ethnicity. Often we feel lost in a vast and complex world. There is tremendous comfort in knowing your ethnic heritage. It gives you history, a sense of place, a uniqueness that remains no matter what else is going on around you.
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