Centro Pecci in Prato Reopens May 18 with Free Admission and New Shows

The Luigi Pecci Contemporary Art Centre in Prato will reopen on May 18, following Italian museum phase 2 guidelines. Director Cristiana Perrella announced free admission through July, expanded educational spaces, and a varied program including 'The Missing Planet' exhibition on post-Soviet art, Adrian Paci's film 'Interregnum', and flags created by artists during lockdown. The museum's large 8,000 sqm spaces and outdoor areas facilitate social distancing of 180 cm as per Tuscany region orders. Perrella emphasizes strengthening local community ties, maintaining digital engagement, and supporting art sector professionals through reduced VAT and increased public collections. The museum also plans to use its 900-seat outdoor theater for cinema, meetings, and music, even at reduced capacity.