The Pinacoteca Civica of Reggio di Calabria houses works of art of exceptional artistic value that tell the story of art and collecting in Calabria from the 15th to the 20th century. The Art Historian and qualified tour guide will take you on a journey through time where you will “meet”, among others, Antonello da Messina, Luca Giordano, Mattia Preti, Francesco Solimena, Francesco De Mura, and many nationally and internationally renowned 20th-century Calabrian artists. The history of the Art Gallery will also be an opportunity to tell the story of this city, which has been mentioned by Italian and foreign poets, writers, and travelers, each of whom has been able to appreciate its artistic and scenic beauty.
The visit will start at the entrance to the museum. The guided visit of the Art Gallery will be followed by a guided tour to discover the modern and contemporary artworks scattered throughout the historic old town, a true Open Air Museum. Consider, among others, the Monument to the Fallen by F. Jerace, the statues by Rabarama, and the Opera by E. Tresoldi. The tour will end in Piazza Indipendenza, and participants will have the opportunity to freely taste typical local products or stroll along Corso Garibaldi, the shopping street.