Services began in 1993 in response to the growing international population in Louisville. Americana was originally housed in four apartment units, where many of the refugee, immigrant, and low-income families of Louisville were living. Over the years of listening to our international neighbors and identifying what they needed in order to succeed, Americana’s community-based programs were born. In 2002, with the support of local foundations, we purchased a former school building of 55,000 square feet.

​All programs and services were moved to the new location, and Americana was able to serve a greater number of our neighbors. Americana has been Louisville’s primary resource for post-resettlement refugees, immigrants, and underserved populations for 30 years.