Institutional visit to Chieti's main historical and archaeological sites

Date: 21 May 2026 — Start time: 18:00.

Undersecretary for Culture Giampiero Cannella spent Thursday 21 May visiting key cultural locations in Chieti to review conservation status and discuss strategies for enhancing the city's historical, artistic and archaeological assets.

• Teatro Marrucino: opening visit focusing on the theatre's cultural role in the city.
• Costantino Barbella Museum: inspection of collections and exhibition activities.
• Villa Frigerj: review of historic spaces and public uses.
• Civitella Archaeological Park: site visit to the area that preserves key archaeological evidence of Abruzzo's history.

Regional and local officials joined the programme, including the regional president, the centre-right mayoral candidate, members of parliament and municipal representatives. The meetings enabled direct discussion on conservation priorities, project planning and potential investments to improve public access to the sites.

For visitors and operators: the visit highlights the need for continued monitoring of archaeological areas and the promotion of visitor routes and cultural activities that enhance local heritage.

Updates will follow regarding any project proposals or interventions announced by the authorities involved.