Genoa's Rolli Days 2025 Winter Edition Opens Historic Palaces
The Rolli Days, a festival dedicated to the rich heritage of Genoa's historic palaces, is set to take place on February 15-16, 2025. This edition emphasizes the artistic and political interactions between Genoa and Rome during the 16th and 17th centuries. Attendees can explore gentilitial churches, enjoy guided tours, and attend a lyrical concert at the Oratorio di San Filippo Neri on February 15 at 5 PM, followed by a youth choir performance at the Church of San Luca at 6 PM. A new feature, Rolli Kids, caters to children aged 6-10. Notable sites include the Basilica of San Siro, Church of Santa Maria di Castello, and Museo Diocesano, showcasing cultural influences on artists such as Perin del Vaga and Orazio Gentileschi.
Key facts
- Rolli Days Winter 2025 takes place February 15-16 in Genoa.
- Theme: artistic and political dialogue between Genoa and Rome (16th-17th centuries).
- First time including gentilitial churches alongside palaces.
- UNESCO recognized 42 Rolli palaces in 2006.
- Rolli system began in 1576 for public hospitality.
- New program Rolli Kids for children aged 6-10.
- Concerts at Oratorio di San Filippo Neri and Church of San Luca on Feb 15.
- Artists Perin del Vaga and Orazio Gentileschi connected to Genoa via Rome.
Entities
Artists
- Perin del Vaga
- Orazio Gentileschi
- Luca Cambiaso
- Filippo Parodi
- Raffaello
- Giovanni Antonio Sauli
Institutions
- UNESCO
- Senate of the Republic of Genoa
- Basilica di San Siro
- Chiesa di Santa Maria di Castello
- Basilica delle Vigne
- Albergo dei Poveri
- Museo Diocesano
- Oratorio di San Filippo Neri
- Chiesa di San Luca
- Palazzo Ducale di Genova
Locations
- Genoa
- Italy
- Rome
- Via Garibaldi
- Via Cairoli
- Via Balbi