Palazzo Doria Carcassi Open Day: Fondazione Carige's 543rd Anniversary — Free Cultural Events (10 Ma

Palazzo Doria Carcassi opens for Fondazione Carige’s 543rd anniversary

On Tuesday 10 March 2026, Fondazione Carige welcomes the public to a free open day at its historic headquarters, Palazzo Doria Carcassi on via David Chiossone, to mark the 543rd anniversary of its origins tracing back to the Monte di Pietà of 1483. The event activates the palace’s monumental spaces with a varied cultural program aimed at celebrating local heritage.

Day program

The open day offers a series of free cultural activities across the palace’s historical rooms, including:

• Poetry readings accompanied by live music;
• Readings focused on Genoa, enriched by dance interludes;
• Improvised theatre performances and dispersed artistic interventions throughout the historic halls;
• Collaborations with local cultural organizations such as the Teatro Nazionale di Genova, Temps Clar APS with La Quinta Praticabile, Maniman Teatro and GAGS (Young Genoese Stage Artists).

The day concludes with a major evening concert in the prestigious Sala del Minor Consiglio at Palazzo Ducale, featuring pianist Andrea Bacchetti, contralto Alena Sautier, bass Giovanni Battista Parodi and the Orchestra Paganini, celebrating music and local talent.

Practical information

The open day is free and runs throughout 10 March 2026. For precise schedules, access details and participation procedures, check Fondazione Carige’s official channels. The program aims to promote the palace as a monument open to the community and to highlight its cultural significance.

Why attend: a unique chance to explore a historic palace, enjoy live performances and take part in a cultural celebration that combines history, music and theatre in the heart of Genoa.