National Photography Museum to Open at Triennale Milano
Italian Minister of Culture Dario Franceschini announced the creation of a National Museum of Photography within the spaces of Triennale Milano. The project will involve MUFOCO (Museo di Fotografia Contemporanea), which holds an archive of 2 million images, 455 authors, and 34 online funds, focusing on post-war and contemporary photography. MUFOCO's archives will be moved to Triennale, which will dedicate 1,500 square meters to photography and archives, while maintaining a relationship with Villa Ghirlanda in Cinisello Balsamo for ongoing exhibitions. Triennale President Stefano Boeri described the museum as a "variable geometry" institution, with spaces in both Cinisello Balsamo and Milan, awaiting a permanent iconic venue. The initiative aims to fill a long-standing gap in Italy's cultural landscape, following the establishment of the Italian Design Museum at Triennale in 2019.
Key facts
- Dario Franceschini announced the National Museum of Photography at Triennale Milano.
- MUFOCO will be a key partner, contributing its archive of 2 million images.
- MUFOCO's archives will be moved to Triennale, occupying 1,500 square meters.
- Triennale will maintain exhibitions at Villa Ghirlanda in Cinisello Balsamo.
- The museum is described as a 'variable geometry' institution by Stefano Boeri.
- The project aims to fill a gap in Italy's cultural infrastructure.
- Triennale already hosts the Italian Design Museum since 2019.
- The announcement was made via streaming during the presentation of Triennale's new exhibitions.
Entities
Institutions
- Triennale Milano
- Ministero per i beni e le attività culturali e per il turismo
- MUFOCO (Museo di Fotografia Contemporanea)
- Fondazione Cartier
- Artribune
Locations
- Milan
- Italy
- Cinisello Balsamo
- Villa Ghirlanda