Casa del Mobilio Carbonizzato Reopens in Herculaneum After 30 Years

After nearly thirty years, the Casa del Mobilio Carbonizzato in Herculaneum's Archaeological Park has reopened. This site, named after the carbonized furniture unearthed by Amedeo Maiuri during the 1932-1933 excavations, showcases remarkably preserved Roman furnishings. The house, dating back to the Republican era, features a central atrium, a garden at the back, and significant areas such as a triclinium adorned with a mosaic floor and an oecus Cyzicenus where the furniture was found. A decade-long restoration, a joint effort between the Archaeological Park and the Packard Humanities Institute, involved structural improvements and decoration conservation. Park director Federica Colaiacomo emphasized the importance of this restoration. Future plans include garden restoration and additional domus openings in autumn 2026. Currently, the atrium is accessible, while the furniture is displayed at the Antiquarium.