Pistoia Offers Extended Museum Pass and Special Holiday Openings

This holiday season, Fondazione Pistoia Musei is taking an exciting step to make its exceptional cultural heritage more accessible to a wider audience. Known as the cultural branch of Fondazione Caript, the foundation has announced an extension of the Museum Pass validity period from 30 to 60 days for tickets purchased in December 2024.

The Museum Pass, available for purchase at www.pistoiamusei.it or in the bookshops of Pistoia Musei, grants access to three of the city’s most iconic museums: Palazzo de’ Rossi | Collezioni del Novecento, Museo dell’Antico Palazzo dei Vescovi, and Museo di San Salvatore. Priced at a special rate (€10 full price; €7 reduced for eligible categories), it provides an ideal opportunity to explore the heart of Pistoia’s rich artistic landscape. Additionally, the pass makes for a thoughtful Christmas gift for culture enthusiasts.

Extended Hours for the Holidays

In December 2024, the museums will open their doors for special holiday hours, ensuring that visitors can make the most of the festive season. Extraordinary openings are scheduled for:

• Sunday, December 8

• Thursday, December 26

• Friday, December 27

• Monday, December 30

• Tuesday, December 31

• Wednesday, January 1, 2025

• Monday, January 6, 2025

Not-to-Miss Highlights

Visitors will have the chance to explore permanent collections and admire Senza titolo (Geografia) by renowned Italian artist Maria Lai. This masterpiece is showcased at Palazzo de’ Rossi as part of the In Visita series, running until February 23, 2025.

Looking ahead, 2025 will mark the arrival of Daniel Buren, one of contemporary art’s most influential figures. A major exhibition dedicated to Buren is set to debut on March 8, 2025, at multiple venues, including Palazzo Buontalenti, Palazzo de’ Rossi, Antico Palazzo dei Vescovi, and other locations throughout the city. The event will feature exclusive works created by the French master specifically for Pistoia, further elevating the city’s artistic standing.

This Christmas, make Pistoia your destination for art, history, and culture. The extended Museum Pass and special programming are a perfect way to celebrate the season while discovering the treasures of this Tuscan gem.