On June 1, 2007 The Craco Society, Inc. was incorporated and a few weeks later, from August 15-17 fifty-three individuals from Canada, Italy, and the United States with roots in Craco, met in the first gathering of the “Crachesi del Nord America.” They agreed to support the non-profit organization to preserve the history, culture, and traditions of Craco and its people in North America. This was followed by the organization being recognized by the US Federal Government, the National Italian American Foundation, and the Italian Basilicata Regional Authority.