Herculaneum Excavations: inclusive morning for young people with disabilities

The Herculaneum Archaeological Park organized a morning focused on cultural accessibility for ten participants from the Multifunctional Center for Disabled Adults. The event, held in partnership with the G. Buonajuto Civic Library and the Boetheia Onlus Cooperative, was part of the May of Books 2026 program.

Accompanied by center and library staff, participants walked along the decumani and explored ancient houses, workshops and the Old Beach area, discovering everyday traces of Roman life in Herculaneum.

Aims and social impact

The initiative aims to make the park more accessible and to promote reading among young people, in line with the Reading Pact supported by the Municipality of Ercolano. In addition to the guided tour, participants joined collective readings and observation-led activities that promoted engagement and autonomy.

Practical information

• Participants: 10 adults from the Multifunctional Center for Disabled, accompanied by staff
• Partners: G. Buonajuto Civic Library; Boetheia Onlus Cooperative
• Activities: tour of decumani, houses, workshops and Old Beach area; shared readings
• Admission: free for participants as part of the initiative

The park director highlighted the ongoing commitment to develop programs that open cultural heritage to a wider audience. This initiative is a practical example of cooperation between cultural institutions and local social services.

Location

Address: Corso Resina, 187, 80056 Ercolano (NA) — Coordinates: 40.8059253, 14.3473869