Museo civico Luigi Bailo
Civic museum of Treviso in a renovated former convent, with the Galleria del Novecento and works by Arturo Martini, founded by the abbot Luigi Bailo.
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About the museum
The museum grew out of the commitment of the abbot Luigi Bailo (1835–1932), its first director, who in 1879 founded the Museo Trivigiano, gathering works of art and finds from the city. It is housed in a former convent in Borgo Cavour, in Treviso.
After the damage suffered during the war, the museum reopened in 1952 and in 1959 was extended with a section of modern art. Closed in 2003 for structural reasons, it was renovated to a design by Studiomas and Heinz Tesar and reopened on 29 October 2015.
The Galleria del Novecento, the permanent core of the museum, brings together about 340 works from the late 19th century to the first half of the 20th century and devotes particular attention to Arturo Martini (Treviso 1889 – Milan 1947), one of the greatest Italian sculptors of the century.
Highlights
- Galleria del Novecento with about 340 works
- Sculptures and works by Arturo Martini
- Venue in a former convent renovated by Studiomas and Heinz Tesar
- Shop with art publications and local crafts
Permanent exhibition
- Galleria del Novecento – About 340 works from the late 19th century to the first half of the 20th century, with a section devoted to Arturo Martini.
- Founded
- 1879
- Operated by
- Comune di Treviso
- Visitors per year
- approx. 56,188
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €10 |
|---|---|
| Reduced | €8people aged 65 and over, university and Academy of Fine Arts students, groups of at least 10 paying visitors, affiliated associations, participants in the museum’s educational activities |
| Children & teens | freefree up to age 17 · Free admission for under-18s. |
| Seniors | €8Reduced from age 65. |
| Visitors with disabilities | freecompanion free · Free admission for people with disabilities and one companion. |
| Students & apprentices | €8Reduced for university and Academy of Fine Arts students. |
| Groups (10+ people) | –Groups of at least 10 participants at a reduced rate; booking recommended (prenotazioni@visitmuseumtreviso.com). One companion for every group of 10 people enters free. |
| Families | €26Family ticket for 2 adults and up to 2 minors under 18, valid for the Museo Bailo, the Museo Santa Caterina and the two temporary exhibitions; €3 for each additional minor. |
| Combined ticket Bailo – Santa Caterina (full price) | €19Includes the temporary exhibition at Santa Caterina, the permanent collection at Santa Caterina and the Museo Bailo; reduced €16. |
The rates shown on the website of the Musei Civici refer to the ticket for the museum with the temporary exhibition on show. Free admission also for authorised guides, journalists, ICOM members, accompanying teachers (up to two per class), accredited scholars and volunteers. The online shop Visit Museum Treviso charges an advance sales fee.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible: no information
- Elevator: no information
- 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 website of the Musei Civici indicates accessibility routes and a dedicated section; the details are not given in the museum’s entry. Free admission for people with disabilities and one companion.
Kids & families
| Kids’ admission | free up to age 17 |
|---|---|
| Family ticket | €26 · Family ticket for 2 adults and up to 2 minors under 18, valid for the Museo Bailo, the Museo Santa Caterina and the two temporary exhibitions; €3 for each additional minor. |
- Family tours & workshops
The museum offers educational activities and workshops; a family ticket is available.
Getting there & parking
By public transit
Porta SS. Quaranta · 5-min walk
Bus stops about 5 minutes on foot from Porta SS. Quaranta, Piazza Pio X or Piazza Duomo; timetables on mobilitadimarca.it.
By car
Parking available
No car park is reserved for the museum; nearby are the Parcheggio Cantarane and the Parcheggio ex Pattinodromo, with spaces for people with disabilities.
About 15 minutes on foot from the railway station. The centre of Treviso has traffic restrictions.
Get directionsAmenities & dining
- Museum shop
- Lockers
Bookshop with art publications, gifts and local crafts; lockers for visitors.
Events & venue rental
- Spaces for rent
- Private parties
- Corporate events
Spaces for events for companies and private groups.
Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| School programs | yes |
| Good to know | Guided visits for groups (at least 10 participants) with their own guide or a museum guide via Visit Museum Treviso; booking recommended. For schools, admission is free with booking (didattica@visitmuseumtreviso.com). |
