Vatra is an association of Albanian Americans, created in 1912, that has historically protected the rights of the Albanians in the United States, as well as has endeavored in lobbying with the United States Congress about the rights of the Albanians throughout the world
Vatra Boston is a vibrant chapter of the historic Pan-Albanian Federation “Vatra,” an organization rooted in over a century of Albanian-American heritage and patriotism originally founded in Boston in 1912. We bring together members of the Albanian community in Massachusetts to celebrate and preserve our culture, history, and language through cultural events, community gatherings, and educational activities. Our mission is to promote unity, support Albanian traditions, and serve both the local community and the broader Albanian cause with pride and dedication.
Vatra was recognized by the Massachusetts state and received its certificate on June 13, 1912. The original certificate shows these names: Faik Koniça, Lambi Chikozi, Fan S. Noli, Kristo Floqi, Elia Tromara, Naum Cere, and Kosta Kotta
Vatra is unified with the Albanian American history. Its contribution to Albanian national cause, and state building has made Vatra the symbol of Albanian Nationalism and patriotism.