Grande Brera construction begins at Palazzo Citterio in Milan
On May 11, 2023, work commenced on the Grande Brera initiative at Palazzo Citterio in Milan, also referred to as Brera Modern. This endeavor seeks to enhance the Pinacoteca di Brera by converting the 18th-century Palazzo Citterio into a contemporary art venue. Originally envisioned in the 1970s by Franco Russoli, the project is now managed by Emanuela Carpani, who has taken over from Antonella Ranaldi. While it was initially expected to be finished by 2022, the new target is to launch before the 2026 Winter Olympics. The development will cover 6,500 square meters and introduce a new entrance at Via Brera 16. Culture Minister Gennaro Sangiuliano highlighted it as one of three significant museum expansions. An update on February 18, 2024, indicated a potential opening in autumn 2024.
Key facts
- Construction for Grande Brera at Palazzo Citterio began May 11, 2023.
- Project conceived in 1970s by Franco Russoli.
- Works overseen by Emanuela Carpani, replacing Antonella Ranaldi.
- Palazzo Citterio will house modern art collections of Pinacoteca di Brera.
- Total area of Palazzo Citterio is 6,500 square meters.
- New entrance at Via Brera 16, plus new alarm and climate systems.
- Outgoing director James Bradburne supported the project since 2015.
- New director Angelo Crespi appointed; opening expected autumn 2024.
- Culture Minister Gennaro Sangiuliano visited with Senate President Ignazio La Russa.
- Part of three major museum expansions including Uffizi and Naples Archaeological Museum.
Entities
Artists
- Franco Russoli
- James Bradburne
- Angelo Crespi
- Emanuela Carpani
- Antonella Ranaldi
Institutions
- Pinacoteca di Brera
- Palazzo Citterio
- Grande Brera
- Brera Modern
- Tate Modern
- Tate Britain
- Municipality of Milan
- Uffizi
- National Archaeological Museum of Naples
- Artribune
Locations
- Milan
- Italy
- Via Brera 16
- Florence
- Naples
- London