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Events & Exhibitions

free admission tour

Sunday at Santa Maria della Scala

On every first Sunday of the month, Santa Maria della Scala opens free of charge to the public. An opportunity to visit the museum complex and the National Archaeological Museum.

NO BOOK IS THE SAME AS ANOTHER - Reading Groups

23 Sep 2025
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25 Oct 2025

Reading is an emotional and transformative experience, capable of stimulating reflection and inner well-being. The reading group Nessun libro è uguale all’altro, active since 2021 at the Giuliano Briganti Library, promotes dialogue and sharing among readers.

presentations

Fausto Melotti. In Lightness | A Tribute to Italo Calvino

20 Sep 2025
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20 Sep 2025

On Saturday, September 20, 2025, at 4:30 PM, the presentation of the volume Fausto Melotti. In leggerezza | A Tribute to Italo Calvino, curated by Michelina Eremita and published by Silvana Editoriale, will take place at the Sala Sant’Ansano.

#IncontriallaScala- Museology and Perception. From the Contemplation of Beauty to the Aesthetic Experience

18 Sep 2025
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18 Sep 2025

Thursday, September 18 at 5:30 pm, Santa Maria della Scala hosts a new event in the #IncontriallaScala series, dedicated to the presentation of the book Museology and Perception. From the Contemplation of Beauty to the Aesthetic Experience, written by Domenico Piraina and Maurizio Vanni and published by Pacini Editore.

Initiative

Night of San Lorenzo: special opening featuring art, music, and tastings

10 Aug 2025

On August 10th, on the occasion of the Night of San Lorenzo, Santa Maria della Scala will exceptionally open at night for an evening of art, music, and wine. From 9 pm to midnight, visitors will be able to explore the temporary exhibitions and museum spaces of the complex.

Initiative

Nights of Archaeology 2025 – July 31

31 Jul 2025

As every year, the National Archaeological Museum takes part in the Nights of Archaeology, promoted by the Tuscany Region, with free night openings, educational activities, and guided tours.

Initiative

Bring a Friend to the Museum!

30 Jul 2025
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30 Jul 2025

Wednesday, July 30, on the occasion of International Friendship Day, Santa Maria della Scala offers a free guided tour to visitors who come with friends, at 5:00 PM. 

guided tour

Exploring the water pathways within the museum

16 Jul 2025
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17 Sep 2025

The guided tours titled “Water Paths at Santa Maria della Scala” return to the Museum. 

Initiative

Nights of Archaeology – Tuesday, July 15

15 Jul 2025

As every year, the National Archaeological Museum takes part in the Nights of Archaeology, promoted by the Tuscany Region, with free night openings, educational activities, and guided tours.

Exhibition

NoiSe><Derive

9 Jul 2025
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14 Sep 2025

From July 9 to September 14, 2025, Santa Maria della Scala presents, in the rooms of the former Refectory and the spaces of the Magazzini della Corticella, the NoiSe>

Initiative

European Archaeology Days

13 Jun 2025
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15 Jun 2025

The Santa Maria della Scala museum complex will take part in the European Archaeology Days from June 13 to 15.

Exhibition

Golgotha | On Portraying a Mountain

12 Jun 2025
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7 Sep 2025

From June 12 to September 7, 2025, Francesco Carone presents Golgotha | On Portraying a Mountain at Santa Maria della Scala. The exhibition is part of the Raggioverde 2025 program curated by Michelina Eremita.