Rotondella becomes numismatics capital with the Festival of the Coin

Rotondella becomes numismatics capital with the Festival of the Coin

When: 2–4 May 2026 • Where: Rotondella (Matera)

The third edition of the Festival of the Coin turns the Lucanian seaside village into a hub for discussion on the coin as a tool of relation, memory and cultural dialogue. Organized by the "Nicola Ielpo" Numismatic Museum, the event combines academic research, public outreach and community engagement.

• Promotion of numismatic collections and archaeological finds from Basilicata;
• Panels on sustainable fashion and cultural responsibility;
• Workshops and financial education activities for younger generations;
• Scholarly talks and performances: guests include singer-songwriter Giovanni Caccamo, Professor Lucia Travaini and Professor Trifone Gargano.

Impact on the territory: According to Eleonora Divincenzo, the museum's councilor, the festival represents "a development vision that places heritage, landscape and skills at the center," aiming to position the museum as an attraction that links culture, tourism and education.

The "Nicola Ielpo" Museum houses over six hundred coins and medals from around the world, reflecting historical connections forged through currency. The festival programme is designed to engage diverse audiences, from specialists and researchers to families and schools.