Sant’Anna Matrona Church, church in Milan

Sant'Anna Matrona Church is a church building in Milan featuring a simple basilica plan with three naves separated by pentagonal pillars. The interior is brightened by an octagonal skylight above the altar, while the exterior facade combines exposed brick and marble panels in a sober design.

The church was constructed between 1959 and 1960 by architect Antonio Cassi Ramelli to serve a rapidly expanding neighborhood. In 1976, the interior was redesigned to align with Vatican II reforms, bringing the altar closer to worshippers for greater participation.

The church is dedicated to Saint Anna, mother of the Virgin Mary, a choice that reflects protection and maternal care for the community. The space remains an active gathering place where local residents participate in religious services and neighborhood activities throughout the year.

The church stands on Via Francesco Albani in the Portello area, near the Fiera district, with the rectory to the left of the facade and the bell tower at the rear right. A staircase leads up to the three entrances, the central one marked by a cross-shaped perforated motif. The parish rooms occupy the semibasement.

The presbytery is lit by an octagonal lantern, or tiburio, rising above the crossing. The slender bell tower stands at the rear of the church on the right side, while the rectory sits to the left of the facade. The central of the three entrances is topped by a pierced cross-shaped motif cut into the facade.