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Restored Madonna della Pura Returns to Public View at Santa Maria Novella

Thursday, June 18, 2026 Editorial Staff Arts

The historic Marian image has been restored thanks to the support of Friends of Florence.

Giotto’s Bardi Chapel Frescoes Near Completion After Major Restoration

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 Editorial Staff Arts

After more than three years of work, the restoration of one of Giotto’s most important fresco cycles at Santa Croce is entering its final phase.

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.

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.

Ponte Vecchio to undergo first major restoration in its history

Sunday, May 24, 2026 Editorial Staff News

The work will begin on Monday 25 May 2026 and will focus first on the bridge’s structural elements in the Arno river.

San Miniato al Monte reopens after 18-month restoration project

Friday, May 8, 2026 Editorial Staff Arts

To mark the completion of the works, the façade will host a large-scale video mapping installation until the morning of 11 May 2026.

Restoration award for work damaged in 1966 flood at Florence church

Thursday, April 30, 2026 Editorial Staff Arts

Lucia Dori wins the 2026 Friends of Florence prize for a project on a rare 14th-century reliquary bust.

Historic Santo Spirito’s Tronci organ returns after restoration

Friday, April 24, 2026 Editorial Staff Arts

The historic instrument, silent for over 60 years, has been restored with support from Friends of Florence and will be inaugurated with a public concert on 24 April 2026.