Museo diocesano (Velletri)
Museum of the diocese of Velletri-Segni in the former episcopal seminary, with the Crux veliterna, the Madonna by Gentile da Fabriano and paintings by Sebastiano Conca.
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About the museum
The Museo diocesano di Velletri was opened to the public in its present seat on 22 January 2000, in the premises of the former episcopal seminary in Corso della Repubblica. It is linked to the diocesan historical archive and diocesan library, and is run by the cultural association “Il Trivio”, with the help of volunteers who accompany visitors.
The museum preserves and enhances the collections of sacred art of the diocese of Velletri-Segni. Its most precious piece is the so-called Crux veliterna, a filigree stauroteca with gems and enamels attributed to 11th- and 12th-century Palermitan goldsmiths, which according to tradition preserves a fragment of the True Cross.
Among the paintings stand out the Madonna with Child and two angels by Gentile da Fabriano, executed during his Roman stay of 1426–1427, and the Madonna of the Rosary by Sebastiano Conca, of the Neapolitan school. The museum also has rooms for exhibitions, a conference hall accessible from the cathedral cloister, and a bookshop.
Highlights
- Crux veliterna, gold stauroteca with filigree, gems and enamels
- Madonna with Child and two angels by Gentile da Fabriano
- Madonna of the Rosary by Sebastiano Conca
- Seat in the former episcopal seminary near the cathedral
Permanent exhibition
- Collezioni permanenti del museo diocesano – Sacred art of the diocese, with the Crux veliterna, the Madonna by Gentile da Fabriano and paintings by Sebastiano Conca.
- Founded
- 2000
- Operated by
- Diocesi di Velletri-Segni (gestione: associazione culturale Il Trivio)
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €4 |
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| Reduced | €2 |
Prices of €4 full and €2 reduced, according to a sector listing of 2022; check with the museum.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
- 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
Wheelchair access is indicated among the services in the sector listings.
Kids & families
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Getting there & parking
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Amenities & dining
- Museum shop
Museum bookshop.
Events & venue rental
- Spaces for rent
Up to 250 guests.
Three rooms (the Paolini-Angelucci exhibition hall, the former refectory and the Micara conference hall) for conferences, lectures and meetings of associations, up to 250 seats in total; written request at least one month in advance.
Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| Photography | Any audio or video recording without authorisation is prohibited; authorisation must be requested at least one week in advance. |
| Good to know | Guided tours with trained volunteers. Bookings for individual visitors and small groups (up to 5 people) by e-mail to museo@diocesi.velletri-segni.it or by calling the mobile number given; visits to the cathedral and the crypt by booking only. Umbrellas, backpacks and large bags, food and drink are not allowed in the rooms. |
