Scavi Scaligeri Reopen in Verona with Winter Sports Photo Exhibition
The Scavi Scaligeri archaeological site in Verona has officially reopened after ten years of extensive renovations, now housing the International Center of Photography. The first exhibition, titled "Winter Games! Winter Sports: Photographs from the LIFE Archives 1936 – 1972," began on February 20 and will be available until June 2. Curated by Simone Azzori, the exhibition showcases historical photographs from LIFE magazine, focusing on themes of winter sports and wellness amid the backdrop of ancient Roman ruins. This revitalization underscores the site's cultural significance and its connection to the upcoming Milano-Cortina 2026 Olympics.
Key facts
- Scavi Scaligeri in Verona reopened after ten years of restoration.
- The site houses the Centro Internazionale di Fotografia.
- Inaugural exhibition: 'Winter games! Gli sport invernali. Fotografie dagli archivi LIFE 1936 – 1972'.
- Exhibition opened February 20 and runs until June 2.
- Curated by Simone Azzori.
- Exhibition features archival photographs from LIFE magazine.
- Theme connects winter sports and wellness with the Milano-Cortina 2026 Olympics.
- Restoration project revitalizes the site as a cultural venue.
Entities
Artists
- Simone Azzori
Institutions
- Scavi Scaligeri
- Centro Internazionale di Fotografia
- LIFE
Locations
- Verona
- Italy
- Milano
- Cortina