Museo della Scultura Contemporanea

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Museo della Scultura Contemporanea, Contemporary sculpture museum in Sassi district, Matera, Italy.

The Museo della Scultura Contemporanea occupies multiple levels within Palazzo Pomarici, combining cave spaces with frescoed chambers from the 16th century.

The museum opened its doors in October 2006, establishing itself as a dedicated space for modern sculptural art within the ancient stone walls of Matera.

The collection encompasses Italian sculptures from the late 19th century to present times, along with ceramics, jewelry, and graphic art exhibitions.

The museum, operated by Fondazione Zetema, welcomes visitors throughout the year and recorded over 19,000 annual visits during its peak in 2019.

The exhibition spaces extend into natural cave formations, creating an unexpected setting where contemporary art meets historical architecture.

Location: Matera

Inception: October 14, 2006

Official opening: 2006

Operator: Fondazione Zetema

Phone: +390835330582

Email: info@musma.it

Website: http://musma.it

GPS coordinates: 40.66612,16.61225

Latest update: March 6, 2025 21:42

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