Galleria dell'Accademia
Galleria dell'Accademia, Art museum in Florence, Italy
The Galleria dell'Accademia is an art museum in Florence, Italy, known for housing Michelangelo's sculpture David.
Founded in 1784 by Pietro Leopoldo, Grand Duke of Tuscany, the gallery has a rich history and has been a hub for art and culture for centuries.
It showcases a collection of Renaissance paintings and sculptures, representing the cultural heritage of Italy.
The museum is open from Tuesday to Sunday, with free admission on the first Sunday of every month.
It is one of the few places in the world where you can see Michelangelo’s Prisoners, his unfinished sculptures.
Location: Florence
Inception: 1784
Founder: Leopold II, Holy Roman Emperor
Official opening: 1784
Address: Via Ricasoli 58-60 50122
Opening Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 08:15-18:50; Monday off; January 1 off; December 25 off
Phone: +390552388609
Email: ga-afi@beniculturali.it
Website: galleriaaccademiafirenze.it
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