Fondazione Massimo e Sonia Cirulli
Foundation with an archive and exhibition space dedicated to Italian visual culture of the 20th century, in a building designed by the Castiglioni brothers.
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About the museum
The Fondazione Massimo e Sonia Cirulli promotes Italian visual culture of the 20th century, from the birth of modernity to the years of the economic boom (1900–1970). The collections range from figurative art to design drawing and architecture, from graphic design to photography.
The seat, in San Lazzaro di Savena, is a building designed in 1960 by Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Dino Gavina. It is inspired by Emilian barns and rural farmhouses and is linked to the history of Italian design.
The programme is based on the concept of the “Archivio Animato” (animated archive), devised by Jeffrey Schnapp, which combines archive and exhibition space: the collection is presented through exhibitions, events and publications, while guided visits, workshops and activities on Italian creativity are offered to schools and companies.
Highlights
- Italian visual culture 1900–1970: art, graphic design, photography, architecture
- Building by the brothers Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, 1960
- “Archivio Animato” exhibition concept
- Animated guided visits and workshops for schools
- Operated by
- Fondazione Massimo e Sonia Cirulli
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €15 |
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| Reduced | €10groups from 15 people, over 65s, holders of the Card Cultura and members of Coop Alleanza 3.0, students aged 6–18, university students with a valid card, residents of San Lazzaro di Savena |
| Children & teens | freefree up to age 5 · Free admission for children up to age 5 accompanied by an adult (workshops excluded). |
| Visitors with disabilities | freecompanion free · Free admission for visitors with disabilities and one companion. |
| Groups (10+ people) | €10 per personAdmission ticket for groups of 10–25 people, plus the cost of the guided visit; one companion for every group of at least 10 people enters free of charge. |
| Guided group visit (10–25 people), in Italian – per group | €120Plus admission ticket of €10 per person; in English €150. |
| Animated guided visit for classes – per class | €70Plus admission ticket of €8 per student; with workshop €80. |
| Public guided visit (standard) | €23Reduced €20 for residents of San Lazzaro, Card Cultura holders and Coop Alleanza 3.0 members. |
The admission ticket on special opening days costs €15 (reduced €10).
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
- Elevator
- Accessible restroom: no information
- Accessible parking: no information
- Service dogs welcome: no information
- Tactile models & exhibits: no information
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description: no information
The entrance is accessible and the building has a lift.
Kids & families
| Kids’ admission | free up to age 5 |
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- Family tours & workshops
Animated guided visits with educational workshops are available for schools.
Getting there & parking
By public transit
Cicogna/Fondazione Cirulli
Buses 101 and 916 from the Autolinee di Bologna station, or line 94 from via dei Mille, stop Cicogna/Fondazione Cirulli.
By car: A14 motorway, San Lazzaro di Savena exit, then the Tangenziale (ring road), exit 13.
Get directionsAmenities & dining
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Events & venue rental
- Spaces for rent
For companies, lectures, workshops and team building on Italian creativity are offered; the spaces can be booked exclusively for events.
Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| School programs | yes |
| Good to know | Bookings for general visits: info@fondazionecirulli.org; for schools and universities: didattica@fondazionecirulli.org. Some visits are possible in English. |
