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Museo del Novecento and its collection

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The Museo del Novecento is a musuem in Milan that focuses on artworks by 20th century Italian and foreign artists. Its collection includes about 400 works, mostly paintings, photographs and sculptures that were made from 1902 till the 1970s. Major highlights include works by Braque, Picasso, Matisse and Boccioni. The three-storey museum is organised in sections according to chronological order and artistic movements. When visiting, take notice of the palace in which the museum is located, too. It was designed through a collaboration of several architects. Especially interesting is its huge spiral staircase.

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Museo del Novecento
Via Guglielmo Marconi 1
20122 Milan

Visitor information Museo del Novecento

Opening hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday
10:00 – 19:30
Wednesday
10:00 – 19:30
Thursday
10:00 – 22:30
Friday
10:00 – 19:30
Saturday
10:00 – 19:30
Sunday
10:00 – 19:30

Admission

0 – 17Free
18 – 25€3.00
26 – 64€5.00
65+€3.00
AMACIFree
CarersFree
DisabledFree
Employees of the Municipal Administration of Milan€3.00
ICOMFree
University students and students of Fine Arts Academies€3.00

Facilities

Wheelchair accessible

Location & Map

Via Guglielmo Marconi 1, Milan

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Exhibitions

No exhibitions in Museo del Novecento have been found.

Museo del Novecento Reviews

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  • Apollo's Insights AI-Generated

    The Museo del Novecento in Milan, Italy, offers visitors a comprehensive look at 20th-century Italian art. Located in the Palazzo dell'Arengario near the Duomo, the museum's collection spans from the early 1900s to the 1990s.

    Visitors appreciate the museum's chronological layout, which provides a clear progression through Italian art movements. The museum houses works by renowned artists such as Umberto Boccioni, Giorgio de Chirico, and Lucio Fontana. Many reviewers highlight the Futurist collection as particularly impressive.

    The building's architecture, with its spiral ramp and large windows offering views of the Duomo, adds to the overall experience. The top floor cafe is noted for its panoramic city views, though some find it a bit pricey.

    While the museum receives praise for its content, some visitors mention that the information provided could be more comprehensive, especially for non-Italian speakers. A few reviewers also note that the museum can feel a bit cramped during busy periods.

    The museum's location in the heart of Milan is seen as a significant advantage, making it easy to combine with other sightseeing activities. However, this central location can also mean crowds, particularly during peak tourist seasons.

    Overall, the Museo del Novecento is generally well-regarded for its focused collection of Italian modern art and its contribution to understanding the progression of artistic movements in the 20th century. It's particularly recommended for those with an interest in modern art or Italian cultural history.

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