Paolo Giulierini seeks third term at MANN amid museum autonomy debate
After eight years as the director of the Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Napoli (MANN), Paolo Giulierini is currently ineligible for a third term due to existing regulations. Nevertheless, MANN's transition to autonomous status in July 2023 might reset the term limits, paving the way for his reappointment. A letter from Dario Marco Lepore of RAM-Rinascita Artistica del Mezzogiorno has been addressed to Culture Minister Gennaro Sangiuliano, advocating for Giulierini’s renewal. His plans involve expanding MANN into Palazzo Fuga and enhancing connections with nearby landmarks. Giulierini has managed the reopening of the Campania Romana section and curated notable exhibitions, despite facing controversies over loans of significant artworks. Recently, a deal was finalized to establish a museum focused on the Quattro Giornate revolt, with supporters claiming that a third term is vital for MANN's future.
Key facts
- Paolo Giulierini has been director of MANN for eight years and is ineligible for a third term under current rules.
- MANN was promoted to autonomous status in July 2023, which may reset term limits.
- A letter from RAM-Rinascita Artistica del Mezzogiorno, signed by Dario Marco Lepore, requests Giulierini's renewal from Culture Minister Gennaro Sangiuliano.
- Giulierini proposes expanding MANN into Palazzo Fuga ("MANN 2").
- The expansion plan includes connecting to Piazza Cavour park, Galleria Principe di Napoli, Accademia di Belle Arti, and Conservatorio di San Pietro a Majella.
- Giulierini oversaw the reopening of the Campania Romana section and restoration of the Alexander Mosaic.
- Controversial loans include the Tazza Farnese to Fondazione Prada and bronze runners for a fashion show.
- An agreement between MANN and ANPI will create a museum on the Quattro Giornate revolt in Galleria Principe di Napoli.
Entities
Artists
- Paolo Giulierini
- Dario Marco Lepore
- Gennaro Sangiuliano
- Alessandro Magno
Institutions
- Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Napoli (MANN)
- RAM-Rinascita Artistica del Mezzogiorno
- Ministero della Cultura
- Fondazione Prada
- ANPI
- Accademia di Belle Arti
- Conservatorio di San Pietro a Majella
- Istituto Paolo Colosimo
- Editoriale Scientifica
- Rizzoli
- Archeo
Locations
- Napoli
- Italia
- Palazzo Fuga
- Piazza Cavour
- Galleria Principe di Napoli
- via Enrico Pessina
- Pompei
- Ercolano
- Milano