In line with the principles of Progetto Cultura, Intesa Sanpaolo, owner of the Palazzo degli Alberti in Prato, has promoted and reopened to the public the Galleria di Palazzo degli Alberti, home to cultural heritage of tremendous value - in terms of identity - for the city. The collection, originally acquired by Cariprato, is now owned by Banca Popolare di Vicenza S.p.A. in L.C.A.
Every weekend, people will be able to visit the Gallery free of charge and admire masterpieces by Caravaggio, Giovanni Bellini, Filippo Lippi and Puccio di Simone, an array of works from Florence dating back to the 16th and 17th centuries, and sculptures by Lorenzo Bartolini, a Prato-born artist active in the first half of the 19th century.
This initiative was made possible thanks to ongoing constructive dialogue with Banca Popolare di Vicenza S.p.A. in L.C.A, which now owns the works, and the invaluable collaboration and courtesy of the Municipality of Prato and the Soprintendenza Archeologia, Belle Arti e Paesaggio per la Città Metropolitana di Firenze e per le Province di Pistoia e Prato.
Educational activities for families
From 12 November, educational activities, which are free and particularly suitable for children aged 6 to 10 years, will take place every Sunday at 16:30 (only in Italian).
Find out about the “SEEK AND FIND” activity: did you know that a museum is the perfect place for a quirky treasure hunt? If you are curious and have an eye for detail, come discover the animals hidden in the works of the collection, by artists such as Bellini and Bartolini.
Days and times: every Sunday at 16:30 (lasts 60 minutes). The activity is free but we recommend booking in advance through the following email: galleriaprato@civita.art
Educational activities and services by Civita Mostre e Musei
Information
The Gallery is open to the public on Sunday and public holidays, from 10:30 to 19:00 (last admission at 18:00).Tuesday and Thursday, from 9.00 to 14.00 (for educational activities with appointment). Admission is free.
All visits are accompanied by a guide.
We recommend advance booking:
– online
– by calling 800.167.619
– by email: galleriaprato@civita.art
