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Find out the latest news from Florence, Italy, with a particular focus on all the cultural ongoings in the Renaissance capital. We take you through art, food and wine, latest openings, changes to the city’s contemporary landscape, and updates on Covid-19 as well as everything else you need to know.
Locks of hair that have been collected at the Museo Novecento in solidarity with Iranian women will be sent to the Iranian Embassy in Rome.
Extensive traces of colour were found on the 1359-60 sculpture of the Madonna with Child and Adoring Angels.
The Essence of Florence gala evening continues to raise funds for The Florence Academy of Art.
What's on in Florence to bring awareness to gender-violence.
Festive events are organized throughout the month of December.
Friends of Florence have funded the restoration of the altarpiece painted by Giovanni Maria Butteri.
Nine Niobid sculptures were recently unearthed in Roman baths near Ciampino.
Museo Novecento is opening an exhibition of the works of Alberto Magnelli and is also displaying Jean Arp's sculpture Larme de Galaxie.
President of FILE, Livia Sanminiatelli Branca, gives insight into the charity and fundraising event.
During the Renaissance, the city was known for having a widespread culture of homosexuality.
Americans Laura Shadden and Allyson Volpe are on a mission to expand Florence's bee population.
First Glass is a newly opened shop in Florence that is revolutionizing the traditional enoteca.
Industry sees boost with striking summer increase.
The Renaissance city has been awarded prestigious conventions.
Businessman Josh Henderson talks about moving to Florence, integrating through chess and his involvement in the Consulate’s Connect US scheme.
David Bach speaks with Valeriano Antonioli, CEO of Lungarno Collection, about hotels, spoon dinners and the hospitality industry.
Keep up-to-date with the latest from Florence, with news on latest openings, recent renovations, interesting new additions to the city, and all the info you need to know about life in the city.
Whether it’s how to deal with the heat, why you need to update your driving license, or the lowdown on the latest big event, our news section will have it, keeping you on top of current issues with a particular focus on the cultural scene. Come here to check out information on updated opening hours at museums, a run-down on Florence’s response to crises, what’s new in the art world, celeb spottings in the city, who’s doing what to further the LGBTQIA+ cause, and tips and tricks on how to make the most of life in Florence.
What’s going on in the community is covered with articles looking at creative new coworking spaces, how tourism is going, what rules are in place in response to COVID 19, and relevant topics like humanitarian efforts in Florence and guides to enjoying each season as it comes.
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