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Overview
MuNDA - Museo Nazionale d'Abruzzo dell'Aquila, originally located in the evocative Forte Spagnolo, is an unmissable destination for art and history enthusiasts. Opened in 1951, the museum houses a rich and varied collection spanning from the medieval era to the 18th century. Due to the 2009 earthquake, the museum has temporarily moved to the city's former slaughterhouse, just a stone's throw from the cathedral.
The archaeological section, rich in Roman, Etruscan and medieval finds, offers a fascinating overview of the ancient history of Abruzzo. Among the works on display are masterpieces of wooden sculpture, frescoes and fine paintings that testify to the cultural and artistic vitality of Abruzzo. Of particular importance is the Beffi Triptych, a Gothic work from the Abruzzo school, and the wooden St Sebastian by Silvestro dell'Aquila, which highlight the importance of the region's artistic output. The last exhibition hall was refurbished in 2022 after new acquisitions, and is dedicated to the 19th century. Here you will find paintings, drawings and sculptures, including works by Pasquale Celommi, Teofilo Patini and Francesco Paolo Michetti
. MUNDA is not only an exhibition venue, but also a centre for cultural research and promotion, committed to the conservation and recognition of Abruzzo's artistic heritage. Visiting MUNDA means immersing yourself in the rich and varied history that lives on, here in the heart of L'Aquila.
