Arts

Mammoths and Ancient Whales Return to Florence Museum

Monday, June 15, 2026 Editorial Staff Arts

The University of Florence’s Museum of Geology and Palaeontology reopens with free admission during the opening weekend.

Uffizi opens the Vasari Corridor on Friday nights until December

New Board Appointed for Florence’s Uffizi Galleries

Wednesday, June 10, 2026 Editorial Staff Arts

Four new members join director Simone Verde on the museum’s governing body for the 2026–2031 term.

Livorno Torso Returns to Florence Archaeological Museum After Restoration

Tuesday, June 9, 2026 Editorial Staff Arts

The conservation and research project was made possible through the support of Friends of Florence, helping reveal new details about the sculpture’s history and preservation.

Visitors to the Brancacci Chapel Can Now Explore Sala Vanni

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 Editorial Staff Arts

Sala Vanni, one of the most significant spaces in Florence’s Carmine complex, will open to the public from 7 June to 31 August 2026.

Matthew Spender, English artist who made Chianti his home, dies aged 81

Tuesday, June 2, 2026 Editorial Staff Arts

The English sculptor, painter and writer helped inspire Bernardo Bertolucci’s 1996 film Stealing Beauty.

Historic Santa Croce tabernacle returns to public view after restoration

Friday, May 29, 2026 Editorial Staff Arts

A late 16th-century fresco in Florence has returned to public view after a restoration supported by Friends of Florence.

Santa Maria Novella completes conservation project on Masaccio’s Trinity

Friday, May 22, 2026 Editorial Staff Arts

The intervention focused on stabilising the famous early Renaissance masterpiece by separating its support structure from the wall behind it.

Free evening entry at Museo dell’Opera del Duomo on 23 May 2026

Saturday, May 16, 2026 Editorial Staff Arts

The museum behind Florence Cathedral will open free of charge on 23 May for the European Night of Museums, while the Uffizi will offer €1 evening admission.