Historical cartotheque of the Marche

The Historical Cartotheque of the Marche is a specialized museum in Serra San Quirico housing maps, atlases, and geographical documents spanning many centuries. The holdings document how the region's territory, borders, and landscape transformed over time.

The institution was founded in 1987 and relocated in 2001 to the former Santa Lucia convent. This move allowed the map collection to be preserved more effectively and presented to visitors.

The collection reveals how people imagined and depicted this region across different eras. You can see how borders, settlements, and roads shifted on the maps displayed here.

The museum is located at via Marcellini 72 in Serra San Quirico and is easily accessible on foot once you reach the town center. Contacting them beforehand by phone will help you confirm opening hours and any visiting requirements.

The collection reveals the evolution of map-making itself, not just historical borders. You can observe how techniques shifted from hand-drawn cartography to modern surveying methods across different periods.

Location: Serra San Quirico

Inception: 1987

Official opening: 2001

Part of: ex convento di Santa Lucia

Address: Complesso Santa Lucia, via Marcellini 72, Serra San Quirico

Phone: 073186122

GPS coordinates: 43.44801,13.01479

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:42