Make the most of the 2021 European Heritage Events in Abruzzo when you can enjoy entrance to see many hidden treasures for free or just a token €1!

The “GEP – Giornate Europee del Patrimonio”

Every year for two days in September, Italy participates in the EU’s  ‘European Heritage Days’ the aim of which is to emphasize the central role of cultural heritage and bring together participating communities.

From the most famous museums to non-state museums, comuni, galleries, foundations and private associations will each provide a colourful and varied cultural offering as they open up their doors day and night to show off their treasures and celebrate their diverse history and identity.

Patrimonio culturale: TUTTI inclusi!”

The theme of the 2021 European Heritage Days is ‘Heritage: All inclusive’.  A reflection on cultural heritage that embraces and extends to all citizens, of all age groups, ethnic groups, minorities in the area, and people with disabilities.

Abruzzo’s Program for the Weekend!

Highlights (from poster image at the top of this article). Pescara on Sunday 26 from 16 to 20, the Summa Foundation will put on a guided tour of the studio of the artist Franco Summa, to discover his works inspired by the theme of environmental art and its intervention in urban spaces.

On Saturday and Sunday, there are guided tours of the Roman Baths of Chieti and the Tempietto of S. Maria del Tricalle, guided tours of the archaeological park of Iuvanum in Montenerodomo, and the Italic Temples of Schiavi d’Abruzzo.

Archaeological walks are planned to the Roman city of Alba Fucens and to the Emissary of Claudio nel Fucino in Capistrello; a  night walk to San Benedetto dei Marsi and to the Sanctuary of the goddess Angizia in Luco dei Marsi; modern and contemporary art is included by guided tours in the historic center of Bolognano and the works inspired by Joseph Beuys in the centenary year of his birth.  In Montebello sul Sangro art and architecture installations will be displayed in the abandoned village of Buonanotte. 

In Lanciano, there are guided visits to Federico Spoltore’s studio and house.

Guided tours of the birthplace of Ignazio Silone in Pescina .

In Teramo there are guided visits to the Madonna delle Grazie and the Roman Theater; in Campli guided tours of the archaeological park of the Campovalano necropolis.

Listings within Abruzzo’s Main State Cultural Museums and Monuments

Day Events

• National Archaeological Museum of Abruzzo Villa Frigerj – Visit the museum: a new audioguide
• National Archaeological Museum La Civitella – Presentation of the book “ITALICO”
• The Middle Ages and Art at Piccolomini Castle in Celano
• Laurel and Hardy: The Game of Trade and Comedy
• Santo Spirito al Morrone Abbey
• Casa D’Annunzio Museum – Museum visit and ongoing exhibition
• Museo Cascella: A. Tribute to Pietro Cascella
• Museo delle genti d’Abruzzo
• National Archaeological Museum of Campli – Guided Tours and Concert
• Giulianova Diffuso Museum:  Guided tours and educational workshops

Evening Events

• National Archaeological Museum of Abruzzo Villa Frigerj – Visit the museum, a new audioguide
• National Archaeological Museum La Civitella – Concert “G.Puccini” Choir
• The Middle Ages and Art at Piccolomini Castle in Celano
• Abbazia Santo Spirito al Morrone
• Museo Casa D’Annunzio
• National Archaeological Museum of Campli – “Intreccio Amoroso”

Author: Sam Dunham

Sam is a very lucky midlife 'mamma' to A who is 13 and juggles working as a freelance SEO copywriter & teaches IGCSEs at Istituo Cristo Re in Rome. She is the founder of the Life In Abruzzo Cultural Association, co-founder of Let's Blog Abruzzo and 'English in the Woods' initiative.