Easter in Jesi: museums open, exhibitions and guided tours for the

Easter in Jesi: museums and special openings

For the Easter holiday Jesi offers a range of cultural activities for both locals and visitors. Several museums will be open and guided tours are scheduled in the historic centre during the long weekend.

Museums to visit

• Musei Civici di Palazzo Pianetti: Archaeological Section on the ground floor, the Civic Art Gallery on the piano nobile and the Contemporary Art Gallery on the second floor.
• Museo Federico II Stupor Mundi, featuring permanent displays on local history.
• Sale Museali di Palazzo Bisaccioni, hosting collections and temporary exhibitions.
• Diocesan Museum: additional opening on Monday, April 6 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM.

Temporary exhibitions worth seeing

• La vie en Dondero (Betto Tesei Exhibition Rooms, Palazzo Pianetti): a selection of photographs retracing Mario Dondero's career. Free entry until April 12.
• What is the sky like in Palestine (Civic Art Gallery, piano nobile): a site-specific installation by Giovanni Gaggia featuring three tapestries produced through a community art workshop. On view until April 14. Ticket: €5 (includes access to the Civic Art Gallery).
• Francesco Trevisani. The rediscovered myth (Palazzo Bisaccioni exhibition rooms): five canvases by the 17th-century painter on display; last opportunity to visit until April 6. Free entry.

Guided tours and activities

Throughout the holiday weekend guided visits will be available, offering an easy way to explore Jesi's heritage:

• Tours of the G.B. Pergolesi Theatre and guided walks "Discovering the historic centre".
• Visits to the Torrione di Mezzogiorno.
• Guided visits to the Colocci Vespucci House Museum (approximate times: 4:00 PM, 5:00 PM, 6:00 PM; limited spots, booking recommended). Residents of Jesi may benefit from free entry to the House Museum on the first Sunday of the month with prior reservation.

Practical information

• Recommended dates: April 5 and 6, 2026 (Easter Sunday and Easter Monday).
• Opening hours: vary by venue; check each museum for details. Note: Diocesan Museum open on Monday, April 6 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM.
• Tickets: many events are free; some exhibitions have specific fees (e.g. €5 for the Civic Art Gallery installation).
• Tips: book guided tours in advance to secure a place; check for concessions and free-entry conditions for residents and age groups.

After the Easter break, from April 7 to 12 the tZunami festival will take place; during that week museums in the city may offer free admission to visitors under 30.

For the latest updates on opening times, reservations and access rules, consult the official channels of the individual museums or contact Jesi's cultural office.