Museo dell’Anatomia Umana «G. B. Morgagni»

About the museum

The Museo dell’Anatomia Umana “G. B. Morgagni” of the University of Padua holds the anatomical collections of the university, reflecting a long tradition of studying the human body from Vallisneri to Brunetti. The Pathological Anatomy section is currently open to the public, having reopened after a new display was set up during the 2018 renovation. The Normal Anatomy section, with over 200 historical specimens, is being studied for a future opening.

The pathology section was founded around 1860 by Lodovico Brunetti, the University of Padua’s first professor of pathological anatomy. The collection comprises over 1,300 pathological human specimens from the 18th to the 20th century, preserved in fluid, dried, or by tannization, an innovative technique devised by Brunetti himself.

The museum is housed in the former Institute of Pathological Anatomy, within the complex of the Anatomical Institutes just outside the historic centre, with the entrance at number 59 via Gabelli. Because of the nature of the exhibits, which show advanced diseases, congenital anomalies and bodily alterations, visits are not advised for children under 16, pregnant women or particularly sensitive people.

Highlights

• Over 1,300 human pathological specimens from the 18th to the 20th century
• Specimens preserved in fluid, dry and by Brunetti’s tannization method
• Display renovated in 2018 with state-of-the-art conservation solutions
• Anatomical collection founded by Lodovico Brunetti around 1860

Permanent exhibition

• Sezione di Anatomia Patologica – Over 1,300 human pathological specimens from the 18th to the 20th century, preserved in fluid, dry or tanned.

Founded

1860

Operated by

Università degli Studi di Padova

Admission & discounts

Some guided visits with the curator, by registration, are free (about 45 minutes, in Italian). Prices for individual visitors are not published.

Accessibility

• Wheelchair accessible
• Elevator
• Accessible restroom
• 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

Barrier-free routes, entrance with ramp, lifts accessible from street level, equipped toilets and rest areas with seating along the route. Please notify the museum in advance. The museum is in a limited traffic zone (ZTL); vehicles displaying a disabled parking permit may enter by following the directions of the municipality of Padua.

Kids & families

Not suitable for kidsRecommended for ages 16+

The Pathological Anatomy section is not recommended for children under 16.

Getting there & parking

The museum is about 3 minutes’ walk from the Ospedale Civile, 9 minutes from the Basilica del Santo, 15 minutes from Prato della Valle and 25 minutes from the railway station. By car from the A4, exit at Padova Ovest or Padova Est; from the A13, exit at Padova Sud or Zona Industriale.

Amenities & dining

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Events & venue rental

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