show!
Choose other city guides
Institutions in Venice
Venice is a city steeped in culture and heritage. Its history of more than a thousand years is well-preserved through archival records, artifacts and various cultural events. There are several notable cultural institutions that open their doors for all who would like to broaden their knowledge of Venice’s fascinating culture and history. The city houses six public libraries, of which the largest and most prestigious is Biblioteca Nazionale Marciana with a huge collection of historical writings. The City Archive of Venice provides access to millions of documents that both give information about the known history of the city and reveal more obscure, 'hidden' facts.
|
Biblioteca Nazionale
Marciana
|
Address: Piazzetta San Marco 7
Phone: +39 41 240 72 11
|
|
|
Website: http://marciana.venezia.sbn.it/index.html
|
 see map
|
|
|
The Marciana Library is the first Venetian public library. It was inaugurated in 1468, following the idea of the renowned poet Petrarch: that there should be a library in which everyone can have access to literature. The project was carried out by Cardinal Basil Bessarion, who donated a
large collection of about 750 codes.
|
|
more
|
|
|
Archivo di Stato
|
Address: Campo dei Frari 3002
Phone: +39 41 522 22 81
e-mail: as-ve@beniculturali.it
|
|
|
Website: http://www.archiviodistatovenezia.it/
|
see map
|
|
|
The City Archive of Venice houses an immense collection of artefacts and documents concerning the history of the city since its foundation up to present day. The institution was established in 1815 with the aim to preserve and popularise the rich Venetian cultural heritage. The complex features a study hall and a large library, both of which are open to the public. In addition, the City Archive of Venice hosts a collection of photographic reproductions and carries out numerous conservation projects.
|
|
|
|
|
Centro Culturale Candiani
|
Address: Piazzale Candiani 7
Phone: +39 41 238 61 11
e-mail: candiani@comune.venezia.it
|
|
|
Website: http://www.centroculturalecandiani.it/
|
see map
|
|
|
The Candiani Cultural Centre is the focal point of cultural life in Venice. The modern complex was designed in the 1980s by the architects Cappai and Mainardis, but the construction was finished and the centre was inaugurated just recently. The multi-functional five-storey building comprises a total area of more than 5,000 square metres and hosts numerous permanent events such as the Candiani Summer Fest, Jazz Groove and Mestre Film Fest. Furthermore, the centre possesses a modern cinema and theatre halls, as well as meeting facilities for all type of seminars. Musical performances of diverse genres are also very frequent.
|
|
|
|