Illuminating the Community's Path: Cultural Meeting at Palazzo Valentini (17 March 2026)

Illuminating the Community's Path: Cultural Meeting at Palazzo Valentini

On Tuesday 17 March 2026 the Sala Fregosi at Palazzo Valentini in central Rome hosts a day dedicated to the relationship between art, culture and civic responsibility, promoted by the Academy of Art and Image and the cultural association La Migliore Italia.

Key program details

• Date: 17 March 2026
• Start: 10:00 (performance of the Italian National Anthem)
• Cocktail break: 13:30 in the Sala delle Bandiere
• Venue: Sala Fregosi, Palazzo Valentini, Rome

Purpose of the event

The meeting brings together different fields — culture, science, art and spirituality — to explore how creative thought and cultural activity can reinforce community bonds and civic engagement.

Speakers and contributions

Speakers include institutional figures, academics and cultural operators. Announced participants include:

• Claudio Borghi (Senator)
• Eleonora Brugnone (President, Associazione Jannelli)
• Massimo Chiara (Neurosurgeon, Policlinico Umberto I)
• Gabriella Ciotti (Vice President, Fondazione Jannelli)
• Pippo Franco (Actor)
• Vincenza Palmieri (President, INPEF and Peace Ambassador)
• Giovanna Pirandello (President, Fondazione Fausto Pirandello)
• Msgr. Antonio Staglianò (President, Pontifical Academy of Theology)
• Claudio Strinati (Art historian)

The session is moderated by journalist Paola Zanoni (President of the Academy of Art and Image), with artistic readings by actress Marta Bifano. The afternoon program includes additional interventions from cultural associations and educational institutes.

Practical information

The event aims to create an open space for dialogue between citizens, intellectuals and institutions about the role of art as a guiding and unifying force in society. For details on registration or attendance, contact the event organizers through their official channels.