Ospizio della Quarconia, Former hospice and theatre in Florence, Italy
The building contains multiple floors with a neoclassical design, featuring functional spaces that reflect its transformation from healthcare to entertainment purposes.
Founded in 1650 by Ippolito Francini as a charitable institution for orphans, the building transformed into a theatre in 1789 under Gioacchino Cambiagi's direction.
The theater became known as Teatro Nazionale and hosted the first national congress of Fasci di Combattimento in 1919.
Located near Loggia dei Lanzi, the structure operated as a cinema until the 1980s and currently stands as a historical landmark awaiting renovation.
The name Quarconia might originate from Latin words 'quare' and 'quoniam' found in Psalm 42, used during religious services at the former hospice.
Location: Florence
Official opening: 1789
GPS coordinates: 43.77055,11.25647
Latest update: March 15, 2025 20:51
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