Museo civico di Casale Monferrato

The Museo civico di Casale Monferrato is an art and ethnographic museum housed in a former Augustinian convent with multiple exhibition sections. The collections contain over 500 artworks including paintings, sculptures, terracotta pieces, and objects gathered from around the world across different historical periods.

The museum was founded in 1854 and centers on the ethnographic collection of Count Carlo Vidua, assembled during his travels across five continents from 1818 to 1830. This early collection reflects the 19th century European passion for gathering objects from distant lands.

The Gipsoteca Leonardo Bistolfi section displays more than 170 terracotta pieces, drawings, and plaster models from the renowned Italian sculptor. Visitors can observe the creative process and artistic experiments of this master craftsman directly through these works.

The museum is accessible Thursday mornings and afternoons, as well as Friday through Sunday with extended hours. It is helpful to check beforehand if special exhibitions or events are available to enhance your visit.

The museum houses a Valencian polyptych with gold background from the late 14th century and maintains a collection of Roman emperor busts. These rare pieces showcase the range and rarity of objects displayed throughout the galleries.

Location: Casale Monferrato

Inception: 1854

Official opening: 1854

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Operator: Città di Casale Monferrato

Opening Hours: Thursday 08:30-12:30,14:30-16:30; Friday,Saturday,Sunday,Holidays 10:30-13:00,15:00-18:30; Monday,Thursday,Wednesday, January 01,December 25 off

Phone: +390142444411

Email: cultura@comune.casale-monferrato.al.it

Website: https://comune.casale-monferrato.al.it/museo

GPS coordinates: 45.13494,8.45157

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:21