Pompeii's Antiquarium reopens with permanent exhibition
The Antiquarium of Pompeii has once again opened its doors, showcasing a fresh permanent collection of items from the site that was engulfed by Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. Constructed between 1873 and 1874 by Giuseppe Fiorelli and later expanded in 1926 by Amedeo Maiuri, the building suffered damage in 1943 but was restored and welcomed visitors back on June 13, 1948. After its closure following the 1980 earthquake, it resumed operations in 2016 as a visitor center. The recent renovation by COR arquitectos has revived Maiuri's original ambiance, with 11 rooms dedicated to Pompeii's rich history and culture. Highlights include frescoes, silver artifacts, and recent discoveries, complemented by a film clip from Roberto Rossellini's 1954 Journey to Italy. A new entrance has been created at Piazza Esedra.
Key facts
- Antiquarium of Pompeii reopens with permanent exhibition
- Originally built 1873-1874 by Giuseppe Fiorelli
- Expanded in 1926 by Amedeo Maiuri
- Damaged by WWII bombing in 1943, reopened June 13, 1948
- Closed after 1980 earthquake, reopened 2016 as visitor center
- New renovation by COR arquitectos and Flavia Chiavaroli
- 11 rooms covering Pompeii's history from Samnite period to 79 AD
- New entrance at Piazza Esedra
Entities
Artists
- Giuseppe Fiorelli
- Amedeo Maiuri
- Roberto Cremascoli
- Edison Okumura
- Marta Rodrigues
- Flavia Chiavaroli
- Roberto Rossellini
- Ingrid Bergman
- George Sanders
Institutions
- Parco Archeologico di Pompei
- COR arquitectos
- Artribune
Locations
- Pompei
- Italy
- Temple of Venus
- Villa Pasanella di Boscoreale
- Via dell'Abbondanza
- Museo Archeologico di Napoli
- Casa del Bracciale d'oro
- Moregine
- Casa del Menandro
- Casa di Orione
- Casa con Giardino
- Civita Giuliana
- Piazza Esedra
- Piazza Anfiteatro