Macedo-Romanian Cultural Society founded in Bucharest (1879)

The Macedo-Romanian Cultural Society (SCMR) was founded in Bucharest on 23 September 1879 as an Aromanian cultural organization. It succeeded the Macedo-Romanian Committee established in 1860. The society aims to preserve and develop the Aromanian language and culture, regarding Aromanians as ethnic Romanians with specific characteristics.

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Background and detail

Background. The SCMR is an Aromanian cultural organization in Romania. It was founded on 23 September 1879, succeeding the Macedo-Romanian Committee established in 1860. The society regards the Aromanians as ethnic Romanians with specific characteristics that are to be preserved. It is recognized as the oldest Aromanian cultural organization.

Legal Recognition. The society was recognized as a legal entity by Princely Decree No. 1289 issued by Prince of Romania Carol I on 15 April 1880. As a nonprofit organization, it receives material and moral support from the Romanian state. It was legally recognized as an association of public utility on 7 May 2008.

Cultural Activities. The SCMR aims to preserve and develop the Aromanian language and culture. It promotes contacts and cultural ties with Aromanian communities everywhere and with other peoples. The society funded and supported schools and publications for the Aromanians, from which renowned writers emerged. It published Albumul macedo-român, founded in 1880.

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