Donizetti Museum

The Donizetti Museum displays original scores, letters, portraits, and personal belongings that document the life of the famous composer Gaetano Donizetti. The collection includes furniture from his final years, handwritten manuscripts, and a portrait from 1848 that captures his likeness.

The museum was founded in 1902 when the Rota Basoni family donated the composer's possessions to the city, preserving his legacy for future generations. This gift made it possible to document and study Donizetti's work and life in a permanent space.

The museum honors one of the greatest Italian composers of the 19th century, whose operas are still performed in theaters around the world. Visitors can see how his family protected his works after his death and eventually shared them with the public.

The museum is located in Bergamo and has limited weekday hours, with extended opening times on weekends for visitor convenience. It is best to check current opening hours before your visit and arrive early if you plan to spend time exploring the different areas of the collection.

The museum features multimedia stations where visitors can listen to Donizetti's compositions while viewing his handwritten scores side by side. This combination allows you to connect the music directly with the original manuscripts and gain deeper understanding of his compositional work.