Roma Moderna Association Proposes a Library on the City's Modern Development
The Roma Moderna association has proposed to the Municipality of Rome the creation of a municipal library dedicated to the city's development from 1870 to the present. The library would be housed in an existing municipal building, staffed by city employees, and stocked with donated books. The project aims to counter the narrative of Rome's decline by fostering research and public engagement. It also includes plans to seek European funding and private sponsors to support doctoral researchers and an online observatory on urban transformations. Additionally, the association envisions a municipal tender for a street-side bookstore in vacant public properties, focusing on Rome's modern history. The initiative is seen as a precursor to establishing an Urban Centre, an institution currently lacking in Rome. Roma Moderna is gathering support from institutions and citizens before requesting a public meeting with city officials to discuss feasibility.
Key facts
- The Roma Moderna association proposed a municipal library on Rome's development from 1870 to today.
- The library would be housed in an existing municipal building with city-employed staff.
- Books would be acquired through purchases and donations; several people have promised volumes or entire libraries.
- The project includes seeking European funding and private sponsors for doctoral contracts and an urban observatory.
- An online journal would monitor the city's development.
- A municipal tender for a street-side bookstore in vacant public properties is also planned.
- The initiative is seen as a step toward creating an Urban Centre for Rome.
- Roma Moderna is gathering support before requesting a public meeting with city officials.
Entities
Artists
- Valerio Paolo Mosco
Institutions
- Roma Moderna
- Municipality of Rome
- Artribune
- Iuav
- Illinois Institute of Technology
Locations
- Rome
- Italy