National Museums of Tuscany: upcoming exhibitions and activities

News and events at the National Museums of Tuscany

Overview of key initiatives taking place in Tuscany's national museums, with practical details on dates, access rules and activities for the public, schools and families.

Main exhibitions and appointments

• Florence – Palazzo Strozzi: "Rothko in Florence" exhibition (14 March – 23 August 2026). Special sections at the Museo di San Marco and the Biblioteca Medicea Laurenziana.
• Monsummano Terme (PT) – Basilica of Santa Maria della Fontenuova: "Voci di Donne" IV edition; meeting with Caterina Ranieri on Simone Weil, Saturday 14 March 2026 at 4:00 PM. Free entry.
• Florence – National Archaeological Museum: new series "Archaeology Afternoons". First talk on Thursday 19 March 2026 at 5:00 PM with Fabio Negrino: "The end of a world: the last Neanderthals of Liguria". Free entry, reservation required.
• Arezzo – National Archaeological Museum “Gaio Cilnio Mecenate”: exhibition "The Minerva of Arezzo. A recovered community story" (15 February – 6 September 2026) and the national project Semi di comunità – Piano Olivetti for culture: guided visits, school labs and activities for all. Participatory calls with deadlines on 31 March, 12 June and 31 July 2026.
• Florence – Museo di San Marco: guided tours, school routes and family workshops; programs running until 27 June 2026.
• Other exhibitions and displays to note:
  • Turin – Musei Reali: dossier exhibition on Beato Angelico and Bartholomeus Spranger (6 February – 3 May 2026).
  • Lucca: "The King’s Painter. Luigi Norfini in the Italy of the Risorgimento" (20 December 2025 – 26 April 2026).
  • Florence – National Archaeological Museum: "Icons of Power and Beauty" (until 9 April 2026).
  • Chiusi (SI) – National Etruscan Museum: exhibition on the early career of Ranuccio Bianchi Bandinelli (until 29 March 2026).
  • Gallerie d’Italia: highlights on the Torlonia Marbles and the contemporary project "Horizons in Stone".

Practical information

Tickets and reservations: buy tickets in advance for major shows; some events are free but require booking.

Programs for schools and families: many museums run themed routes and workshops—check the museum’s educational calendar before visiting.

Participation and calls: for initiatives with open calls (e.g. the "Semi di comunità" project), review deadlines and submission requirements carefully.

Tip: always verify up-to-date opening hours and access rules (discounts, free entries and reservation policies) to plan your visit effectively.