Complesso monumentale di Santa Maria la Nova
Former Franciscan convent in Naples, founded in 1279, with a church, the Cloister of San Giacomo, a refectory and, on the upper floor, the Museo d’arte religiosa contemporanea.
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About the museum
The Santa Maria la Nova complex was founded in 1279 on land donated by Charles I of Anjou, after the demolition of the church of Santa Maria ad Palatium, and was entrusted to the Friars Minor. The convent remained active until 1811, when Joachim Murat suppressed the religious orders in the Kingdom of Naples; over the centuries it also housed a singing school, copyists, centres of scientific and theological study and an infirmary.
The visit includes the church, the smaller Cloister of San Giacomo della Marca, dating from the late 16th century, with frescoes of the saint’s life and several tombs, including that of Costantino Castriota Scanderbeg, and the refectory, which preserves a fresco attributed to Andrea Sabatini or to Bramantino. The spaces are undergoing restoration, including that of the cloister frescoes.
On the upper floor is the Museo d’arte religiosa contemporanea, set up in 2006 with works donated by various artists, including Riccardo Dalisi. Part of the spaces is used for events, conferences and television productions.
Highlights
- Cloister of San Giacomo della Marca with frescoes and tombs
- Tomb of Costantino Castriota Scanderbeg
- Refectory with a fresco attributed to Andrea Sabatini or Bramantino
- Museo d’arte religiosa contemporanea on the upper floor
- Church and convent founded in 1279
Permanent exhibition
- Museo d'arte religiosa contemporanea – On the upper floor of the convent, contemporary religious art donated by various artists, including Riccardo Dalisi, on display since 2006.
- Founded
- 2006
- Operated by
- Complesso monumentale di Santa Maria la Nova
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €5 |
|---|---|
| Reduced | €3children and young people aged 10 to 12, and students |
| Students & apprentices | €3 |
Tickets can be bought online on the complex’s website.
Accessibility
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Kids & families
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Getting there & parking
By public transit
Metro line 1, Toledo, Dante and Università stations; nearby Stazione Marittima, the railway station and the Alibus stop.
Amenities & dining
The complex also hosts events, conferences and catering services for organisers.
Events & venue rental
- Spaces for rent
- Corporate events
Up to 300 guests.
The church can seat up to 300 people; smaller rooms seat 40, 100 and 140; the Cloister of San Giacomo is used for catering.
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