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Immigration Information
Many Montenegrins migrated from Montenegro as a result of wars, takeovers, and an annex that resulted in the loss of freedoms and independence. During the second half of the 19th century, many migrated to the Americas, most, almost 40,000, to Argentina. However, several individuals migrated to the United States as well. In the late 1800’s, Serb Montenegrin charitable organizations were established within the US, and eventually The Serb Montenegrin Alliance was formed.
Major Religions and Beliefs
Eastern Orthodox Christians, Catholics, and Muslims make up the three main religious faiths of Montenegro. Most are Eastern Orthodox Christians (74%) and Muslims (17.74%).
History, Traditions and Culture
Montenegro became a kingdom at the Berlin Congress in 1910 after impressing Europe as being the only Balkan country to have successfully fought against the Ottoman Empire. However, this statehood was soon lost in an annexation to Serbia eight years later as a result of events that took place during WWI. After WWII, Montenegro became one of six equal republics in Yugoslavia. At the end of the 20th century, Yugoslavia fell, and Montenegro remained a part of Serbia forming the State Union of Serbia and Montenegro. On May 21, 2006, most citizens voted in a referendum for Montenegro’s independence, and now Montenegro has again been accepted as an independent country, even by the UN who recognized Montenegro as the 192nd country member on July 27, 2006.
As a result of all these changes, the perseverance of its people, and the willingness to protect those things that are of importance to its culture, people, and beliefs, many Montenegrins are proud to talk about their history and ancestors.
Montenegro also has a history infused with art. In fact, many world famous artists have lived in Montenegro, and while retreating from the Turkish army, some Montenegrins insured the safety of some paintings by going back to save them.
Academic Organizations
SLAVA – The National High School Slavic Honor Society
1776 Massachusetts Ave., N.W., Suite 700,
Washington, DC 20036
Tel: 202-833-7522
Fax: 202-833-7523
Consulates
Consulate General of Serbia and Montenegro
201 East Ohio St., Suite 200
Chicago, Illinois 60611
(312/670-6707 ext. 108).
www.serbiaembusa.org
Embassy of Serbia and Montenegro
2134 Kalorama Road, N.W.
Washington, DC 20008
(202/332-0333 ext. 103)
Associations in the U.S.
The Montenegrin Association of America
805 Magnolia St.
Menlo Park, CA 94025
Mary Sredanovic
(650) 322-3608
fax: (650) 324-0564
Trade Mission of Montenegro - Washington
Zorica Marić - Đorđević
N.W. Washington D.C. 20009
202 234 6110, 234 6108,
fax: 202 234 6109
misijacg@msn.com
UN contact information:
Permanent Representative of Serbia and Montenegro to the United Nations
854 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10021
tel: (212) 879-8700
fax: (212) 879-8705
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