Chiara Gatti and the MAN of Nuoro: Sardinian roots meet international

Chiara Gatti and the MAN of Nuoro: Sardinian roots meet international outreach

Since taking leadership of the Museo d'Arte della Provincia di Nuoro (MAN) in 2022, Chiara Gatti has steered the institution toward a model that protects local traditions while building cultural bridges beyond the island. The museum is increasingly seen as a regional cultural hub with international connections.

Background and curatorial approach

With a background in art history and long experience as a curator and cultural journalist, Gatti has emphasized rigorous scientific programming that attracts both local audiences and institutional partners.

Local identity with an expanded outlook

The MAN keeps a strong focus on Sardinian identity—language, folk arts and memory—while avoiding cultural isolation. The museum presents projects that reinterpret local heritage through contemporary languages and themes with universal resonance.

• International partnerships: established exchanges with major European museums for loans and exhibitions.
• Thematic exhibitions: shows that highlight Sardinian figures and link local narratives to broader contexts.
• Generational outreach: communication strategies and programs aimed at younger adults, covering electronic music, gender topics and digital tech.

Operational measures and year-round visits

Practically, the MAN has adopted measures to improve its financial and cultural sustainability: opening a bookshop, producing publications and merchandising that help fund operations. Programming was also adjusted to increase attendance during winter months, achieving a more balanced annual visitor flow.

What to expect

In the coming months the museum plans exhibitions that combine local artists and international themes, and curatorial projects that start from Sardinian culture to engage wider audiences. The MAN thus consolidates its role as a cultural laboratory in Sardinia.