1966 Florence flood

THINGS TO DO

2 flood-focused exhibitions at National Archaeological Museum of Florence and the Museo degli Innocenti

Sixty years after the flood, the National Archaeological Museum of Florence and the Istituto degli Innocenti present two complementary exhibitions exploring the damage, rescue effort and the lasting legacy of the “alluvione”.

COMMUNITY

Editor’s letter: Learning from the past

An issue to mark the 60th anniversary of the Florence flood.

ART + CULTURE

Società Canottieri Firenze

Today, Florence’s over 700-member rowing club continues to grow.

COMMUNITY

Flood memories: An interview with Giannozzo Pucci

The experience would shape his lifelong commitment to working for the common good.

News

NEWS

Florence Agenda sets out regional priorities

The document calls for greater cooperation between institutions and outlines shared priorities ranging from public services and digital innovation to climate resilience, healthcare and employment.

NEWS

Florence students stage new protest against education minister

Demonstration follows Saturday’s march, which saw clashes in the city centre, as Italian education minister visits Florence for the Festival of Regions.

NEWS

EY opens new Florence office at Manifattura Tabacchi

More than 100 professionals move into 1,600 square metres of contemporary workspace in the redeveloped industrial complex designed by Pier Luigi Nervi.

NEWS

BuyFood Toscana returns to Florence with 58 producers and international buyers

The eighth edition of the Tuscan food showcase brings together international buyers for two days of business meetings, tastings and events celebrating the region’s DOP and IGP specialities.

What's on

THINGS TO DO

2 flood-focused exhibitions at National Archaeological Museum of Florence and the Museo degli Innocenti

Sixty years after the flood, the National Archaeological Museum of Florence and the Istituto degli Innocenti present two complementary exhibitions exploring the damage, rescue effort and the lasting legacy of the “alluvione”.

THINGS TO DO

3 community art exhibitions marking the 1966 Florence flood

As Florence marks the 60th anniversary of the 1966 flood, three community-led exhibitions bring artists, materials and collective memory into dialogue, reflecting on the cultural heritage lost and the human solidarity that helped the city recover.

THINGS TO DO

Florence remembers the 1966 flood

November 3–8 offers a programme of commemorations, exhibitions and opportunities to revisit the flood’s enduring legacy.

THINGS TO DO

Orchestra & Champagne: A St. Regis Orchestra Night With The Italian Society

On November 14, let live swing set the mood, discover the spectacle of sabrage and savour exceptional aperitivo creations in an atmosphere of effortless sophistication.

Art + Culture

ART + CULTURE

Sheikha Hala Al Khalifa gives light its weight at Aria Art Gallery

'Crossing the Ascent: The Weight of Light' is on display until December 12.

ART + CULTURE

Lorenzo the Magnificent’s treasures reunited in landmark Palazzo Pitti exhibition

More than 100 works, including the three panels of Paolo Uccello’s Battle of San Romano, will go on display together for the first time in a major exhibition exploring the Medici collection at the height of the Renaissance.

ART + CULTURE

Società Canottieri Firenze

Today, Florence’s over 700-member rowing club continues to grow.

ART + CULTURE

Rodrigo Fresán at GIF Talks

An interview with the cult figure in contemporary Latin American literature.

Food + Wine

FOOD + WINE

Recipe: Roasted squash, ricotta + goat’s cheese tart

Squash stars in a savoury autumn tart with ricotta, goat’s cheese, thyme and a hint of chilli and honey.

FOOD + WINE

Il Bovo: Tuscan burgers from local farmers in central Florence

A few steps from the Uffizi, Tuscany’s rural food traditions have found a decidedly urban home: inside a burger bun. Il Bovo, an independent project, brings Chianina beef and ingredients ...

FOOD + WINE

A family recipe for success: Andrea Bongi brings Pizzeria Centrale full circle

From Tuscan-grown ingredients to the best of Italy, a pizza night in Pontassieve is worth the drive.

FOOD + WINE

What lies beneath Chianti Classico

A geological road trip through the Greve UGA with Alessandro Masnaghetti.

Life in Italy

COMMUNITY

Editor’s letter: Learning from the past

An issue to mark the 60th anniversary of the Florence flood.

COMMUNITY

Talking Tuscany with Joe Tordella

The U.S. Consul General in Florence discusses the Consulate’s priorities, the importance of civic engagement and what lies ahead for U.S.-Italian relations.

COMMUNITY

Flood memories: An interview with Giannozzo Pucci

The experience would shape his lifelong commitment to working for the common good.

COMMUNITY

A deep and silent imprint: Stanford students during the 1966 flood

Stanford students joined the international effort to rescue Florence’s people and cultural treasures, an experience that left a lasting mark on generations of Mud Angels.

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