Founded in December of 1900, the Maria SS. Lauretana Society of Altavilla Milicia in Chicago is a faith-based organization dedicated to maintaining the faith and traditions of our ancestors in honor of the Blessed Virgin under the title of Maria Santissima Lauretana. Each year, in veneration of our Blessed Mother, the Maria SS. Lauretana Society celebrates the traditions of honoring Her during a 4 day festival on Labor Day weekend in Berwyn, IL.