Ponte Art and Design District Launches in Rome's Historic Center
In Rome's Rione Ponte, nestled between Castel Sant'Angelo and Piazza Navona, a new permanent district dedicated to design and art has been launched, known as the Ponte Art and Design District. This initiative, spearheaded by Roma Faber—established in 2023—with backing from Regione Lazio and local organizations, comprises 28 businesses. It aims to showcase creative talent through various events. The district will officially open from September 18-24, 2025, offering free workshops and discussions. Following this, from October 2025 to July 2026, more workshops and events will take place. Plans also include pedestrianizing Via dei Banchi Nuovi to foster a vibrant hub for design and craftsmanship, boosting the local economy and cultural tourism.
Key facts
- Ponte Art and Design District launched in Rome's Rione Ponte
- Promoted by Roma Faber (founded 2023)
- Supported by Regione Lazio, Sovrintendenza ai Beni Culturali, Municipio I, Assessorato alla Cultura di Roma Capitale
- 28 businesses in design and art participate
- Official debut week: September 18-24, 2025
- Free workshops, masterclasses, talks, open studios during debut week
- Events from October 2025 to July 2026 include workshops, roundtables, open studios
- Goal: permanent pedestrianization of Via dei Banchi Nuovi (200 m)
- Patrizia Corvaglia is President of Roma Faber
- Benvenuto Cellini's workshop was located in the district
Entities
Artists
- Benvenuto Cellini
- Patrizia Corvaglia
Institutions
- Roma Faber
- Regione Lazio
- Sovrintendenza ai Beni Culturali
- Municipio I di Roma
- Assessorato alla Cultura di Roma Capitale
- Ponte Art and Design District
- Artribune
Locations
- Rome
- Italy
- Rione Ponte
- Piazza Navona
- Castel Sant'Angelo
- Via dei Banchi Nuovi
- Basilica di San Pietro
- Basilica di San Giovanni in Laterano