Santa Teresa dei Maschi

Santa Teresa dei Maschi is a baroque church in Bari's old town laid out in the shape of a Greek cross. The arms of the cross feature barrel vaults, while a central pointed dome rises above a rectangular apse.

The Discalced Carmelites initiated construction in 1690 and completed the building in 1696. Formal consecration took place on January 1, 1711.

The building now serves as an arts center, displaying contemporary exhibitions alongside 17th-century works by artists such as Andrea Miglionico and Nicola Gliri. The rooms preserve this artistic tradition while making space for modern creations.

The building is located in Bari's old town on Strada Santa Teresa dei Maschi and houses a museum displaying rare natural pigments. Visitors can explore color materials such as orpiment yellow and ultramarine blue while viewing the church.

A specialized color pigment museum under the direction of Master Miguel Gomez operates as a research center for color studies within the former religious site. This unusual combination of historical church and art laboratory attracts visitors interested in traditional and natural pigment making.

Location: Bari

Inception: 1690

Architectural style: baroque architecture

GPS coordinates: 41.12765,16.87028

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:26