Piet Oudolf to Transform Bergamo's Piazza Vecchia for I Maestri del Paesaggio 2018

The eighth edition of I Maestri del Paesaggio, a festival dedicated to green spaces in Bergamo, Italy, is happening from September 6 to 23, 2018, under the theme 'Plant Landscape.' Famous Dutch landscape designer Piet Oudolf, known for his work on New York's High Line and Chicago's Millennium Park, will create a perennial garden in Piazza Vecchia, Bergamo Alta. The International Meeting of the Landscape and Garden will occur on September 21-22 at Teatro Sociale, with speakers including Oudolf and others from notable firms. This event will showcase a documentary called 'Five Seasons: The Gardens of Piet Oudolf' by Thomas Piper. Additionally, a photo exhibition by Claudia Zanfi will highlight Oudolf’s work in Bergamo Bassa, and guided tours will feature historic villas. Also, the Rastelli Festival will be held from September 7-9 with workshops and performances.