MACRO Museum in Rome Closed Since January 1 After De Finis Directorship Ends

Rome's MACRO museum has been closed since January 1, 2020, following the end of director Giorgio De Finis's tenure on December 31, 2019. The closure, attributed to months of mismanagement and a controversial appointment, has left the public institution shuttered, with only the bookstore accessible. Designed by architect Odile Decq, the vast building is locked, and social media accounts cite a generic 'closed for installations.' The museum's reputation in Italy and abroad has suffered, with no clear reopening date announced.