Parthenope. The Siren and the City — exhibition at the National

Parthenope. The Siren and the City — exhibition at the National Archaeological Museum of Naples

From 3 April to 6 July 2026 the National Archaeological Museum of Naples presents Parthenope. The Siren and the City, an exhibition that explores how the myth of the siren Partenope has evolved from antiquity to the contemporary urban imagination.

The exhibition brings together archaeological finds, paintings, sculptures, contemporary interventions and multimedia installations to provide a multi-layered interpretation of the theme.

What to see

• More than 250 works from national and international collections.
• Artifacts dating back to the 8th century BC: pottery, sculptural fragments and everyday objects highlighting the myth’s origins.
• Paintings and sculptures documenting the iconographic transformation of the siren over time.
• Multimedia installations and audio-visual content for immersive experiences.
• Contemporary works and street art interventions that reinterpret Partenope in an urban key.

Why visit

The exhibition is suitable for archaeology enthusiasts and for visitors interested in the intersections between history and contemporary art. Chronological sections pair rare finds with immersive displays to make the visit both informative and engaging.

Practical information

• Location: National Archaeological Museum of Naples, Piazza Museo 19, 80135 Naples (NA), Italy.
• Period: 03/04/2026 – 06/07/2026.
• Opening hours: 09:00 – 19:30 (closed on Tuesdays).
• Tickets: entrance to the museum; check the museum’s official website for current prices and reductions.
• Average visit duration: at least 2 hours to fully explore the sections and multimedia installations.
• Tip: book in advance on weekends to avoid queues.

The exhibition is an opportunity to discover Naples’ mythological roots and to see how an ancient figure has been reimagined in art and contemporary urban culture.