HangarBicocca's Educational Model: Interview with Zocco and Amadasi

Pirelli HangarBicocca in Milan stands out for having a permanent internal education department, a rarity among Italian cultural institutions. The department is led by Giovanna Amadasi (head of learning and public programs) and Laura Zocco (head of educational projects), supported by arts tutors for younger visitors and cultural mediators for adults. Their methodology is rooted in Herbert Read's 1943 'education through art' theory, alongside influences from John Dewey, Irena Wojnar, and Bruno Munari, emphasizing direct experience over verbal explanation. The institution is free and open to all, attracting families, schools (ages 4-18), international visitors, and local associations. Future goals include engaging pre-teens and teenagers more actively. Current programs include summer camps led by artist Alice Ronchi, and workshops tied to exhibitions like Giorgio Andreotta Calò's 'CITTÀDIMILANO' and Sheela Gowda's 'Remains'. Adult offerings include 'Art on Sundays' with aperitifs and thematic tours. National collaborations include Fondazione Merz in Turin and Fondazione Franco Albini in Milan. Accessibility projects are in development.