The educational project “Building Community with Art”
The exhibition “Giulio Cesare and Francesco Bedeschini. Drawing and Invention in L’Aquila in the Seventeenth Century,” held in L’Aquila at the National Museum of Abruzzo, is accompanied by an educational project curated by the University of L’Aquila, entitled “Building Community with Art.” The project is supervised by Professor Alessandro Vaccarelli, Chair of the Education and Social Work Department and Associate Professor of General and Social Pedagogy, and coordinated by Professor Luca Pezzuto, Associate Professor of Museology and Art Criticism and Restoration.
The educational project aims to convey the exhibition’s contents to children in local primary schools, in order to foster skills related to a sense of belonging and active citizenship.
To this end, several initiatives have been implemented to engage and share the cultural experience:
- Training sessions for teachers
Teachers from local schools who have already received a project abstract and anyone interested in leading classes on a visit to the exhibition will be able to participate in training sessions. The young students involved will receive a book specially created for the project, which will be used in three ways: at school and with their families to prepare for the museum visit, during the exhibition, and at the end of the experience.
- Publication of the book “Discovering Julius Caesar and Francesco Bedeschini – Two Artists in L’Aquila in the Seventeenth Century”
The book, written by Antonella Muzi with illustrations by Nicolò Golia, guides children through the study of Julius Caesar and Francesco Bedeschini using stories, images, activities, and food for thought. The scientific nature of the historical and artistic content is shared through engaging strategies, using vocabulary suitable for young children: puzzles, drawing cards, treasure hunts, observation guides, and suggested itineraries to explore with families. Finally, the book presents itself as an initial tool for approaching the museum, understood as an institution that preserves and enhances cultural heritage but also as a place in which to enjoy educational and creative experiences.
Guided tour booking for schools
“Building Community with Art,” an educational project for the exhibition “Giulio Cesare and Francesco Bedeschini: Drawing and Invention in L’Aquila in the Seventeenth Century,” is available for elementary school children and middle school students. This program includes the use of the textbook and the guided tour (both free of charge). To participate, please complete the form at the following link: https://forms.office.com/e/NL0qL63rFG
Reservations for guided tours of the exhibition only, for students of all levels, can be made by completing the form at the following link: https://forms.office.com/e/BhqiwK8UYu
For further information, please contact: antonella.muzi@univaq.it
The guided tours will be led by interns from the Department of Human Sciences at the University of L’Aquila: Anna Lisa Lattanzi, Camilla D’Amato, and Alice Simeoni.
Group tours organized by the National Museum of Abruzzo
Guided tour booking for groups
Groups can arrange a free guided tour of the exhibition, Wednesday through Friday, led by Alessandro Delfino, Education Director of the National Museum of Abruzzo. Reservations can be made by emailing mn-abr.urp@cultura.gov.it.
Guided Tour Schedule
During the exhibition, it will be possible to participate in the numerous educational activities scheduled at the National Museum of Abruzzo:
- FRIDAY, DECEMBER 8, 3:00 PM
Deborah Tramentozzi, typhlologist
Guided tour of the exhibition and tactile tour, also suitable for the visually impaired - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 17, 11:00 AM and 3:00 PM
Deborah Tramentozzi, typhlologist
Guided tours of the exhibition and tactile tour, also suitable for the visually impaired - SATURDAY, JANUARY 6, 4:30 PM
Guided tour of the exhibition by the Atlante Servizi Culturali cooperative - SUNDAY, JANUARY 14, 11:00 AM and 3:00 PM
Deborah Tramentozzi, typhlologist
Guided tours of the exhibition and tactile tour, also suitable for the visually impaired Visual - TUESDAY, JANUARY 16, 10:30 AM, guided tour led by students of the University of L’Aquila to discover the masterpieces from the collections of the National Museum of Abruzzo and the works exhibited in the exhibition “Giulio Cesare and Francesco Bedeschini. Drawing and Invention in L’Aquila in the 17th Century”
- WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 17, 4:30 PM, guided tour led by students of the University of L’Aquila to discover the masterpieces from the collections of the National Museum of Abruzzo and the works exhibited in the exhibition “Giulio Cesare and Francesco Bedeschini. Drawing and Invention in L’Aquila in the 17th Century”
- THURSDAY, JANUARY 18, 4:30 PM, guided tour led by students of the University of L’Aquila to discover the masterpieces from the collections of the National Museum of Abruzzo and the works exhibited in the exhibition “Giulio Cesare and Francesco Bedeschini. Drawing and Invention in L’Aquila in the 17th Century”
- SUNDAY, JANUARY 21, 4:30 PM
Guided tour of the exhibition by the Atlante Servizi Culturali cooperative - TUESDAY, JANUARY 23, 4:30 PM, guided tour led by students of the University of L’Aquila to discover the masterpieces from the collections of the National Museum of Abruzzo and the works exhibited in the exhibition “Giulio Cesare and Francesco Bedeschini. Drawing and Invention in L’Aquila in the Seventeenth Century”
- WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 24, 4:30 PM, guided tour led by students of the University of L’Aquila to discover the masterpieces from the collections of the National Museum of Abruzzo and the works exhibited in the exhibition “Giulio Cesare and Francesco Bedeschini.” Drawing and Invention in L’Aquila in the 17th Century
- SUNDAY, JANUARY 28, 11:00 AM and 3:00 PM
Deborah Tramentozzi, typhlologist
Guided tours of the exhibition and tactile tours also suitable for the visually impaired - TUESDAY, JANUARY 30, 10:30 AM, guided tour led by students of the University of L’Aquila to discover the masterpieces from the collections of the National Museum of Abruzzo and the works exhibited in the exhibition “Giulio Cesare and Francesco Bedeschini. Drawing and Invention in L’Aquila in the 17th Century”
- WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 31, 4:30 PM, guided tour led by students of the University of L’Aquila to discover the masterpieces from the collections of the National Museum of Abruzzo and the works exhibited in the exhibition “Giulio Cesare and Francesco Bedeschini.” Drawing and Invention in L’Aquila in the 17th Century
- THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 10:30 AM, guided tour led by students of the University of L’Aquila to discover the masterpieces from the collections of the National Museum of Abruzzo and the works exhibited in the exhibition “Giulio Cesare and Francesco Bedeschini. Drawing and Invention in L’Aquila in the 17th Century”
- SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 4:30 PM, guided tour of the exhibition organized by the Atlante Servizi Culturali cooperative
- TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 4:30 PM, guided tour led by students of the University of L’Aquila to discover the masterpieces from the collections of the National Museum of Abruzzo and the works exhibited in the exhibition “Giulio Cesare and Francesco Bedeschini.” Drawing and Invention in L’Aquila in the 17th Century
- WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 10:30 AM, guided tour led by students of the University of L’Aquila to discover the masterpieces from the collections of the National Museum of Abruzzo and the works on display in the exhibition “Giulio Cesare and Francesco Bedeschini. Drawing and Invention in L’Aquila in the 17th Century.”
- THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 4:30 PM, guided tour led by students of the University of L’Aquila to discover the masterpieces from the collections of the National Museum of Abruzzo and the works exhibited in the exhibition “Giulio Cesare and Francesco Bedeschini. Drawing and Invention in L’Aquila in the 17th Century.”
- TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 4:30 PM, guided tour led by students of the University of L’Aquila to discover the masterpieces from the collections of the National Museum of Abruzzo and the works exhibited in the exhibition “Giulio Cesare and Francesco Bedeschini. Drawing and Invention in L’Aquila in the 17th Century.”
- WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 4:30 PM, guided tour led by students of the University of L’Aquila to discover the masterpieces from the collections of the National Museum of Abruzzo and the works exhibited in the exhibition “Giulio Cesare and Francesco Bedeschini.” Drawing and Invention in L’Aquila in the 17th Century
- THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 4:30 PM, guided tour led by students of the University of L’Aquila to discover the masterpieces from the collections of the National Museum of Abruzzo and the works exhibited in the exhibition “Giulio Cesare and Francesco Bedeschini. Drawing and Invention in L’Aquila in the 17th Century”
- SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 4:30 PM
Guided tour of the exhibition organized by the Atlante Servizi Culturali cooperative - TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 4:30 PM, guided tour led by students of the University of L’Aquila to discover the masterpieces from the collections of the National Museum of Abruzzo and the works exhibited in the exhibition “Giulio Cesare and Francesco Bedeschini.” Drawing and Invention in L’Aquila in the 17th Century
- WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 4:30 PM, guided tour led by students of the University of L’Aquila to discover the masterpieces from the collections of the National Museum of Abruzzo and the works on display in the exhibition “Giulio Cesare and Francesco Bedeschini. Drawing and Invention in L’Aquila in the 17th Century.”
- SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 11:00 AM and 3:00 PM
Deborah Tramentozzi, typhlologist
Guided tours of the exhibition and tactile tours also suitable for the visually impaired - TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 10:30 AM, guided tour led by students of the University of L’Aquila to discover the masterpieces from the collections of the National Museum of Abruzzo and the works exhibited in the exhibition “Giulio Cesare and Francesco Bedeschini. Drawing and Invention in L’Aquila in the Seventeenth Century”
- FRIDAY, MARCH 1, 4:30 PM, guided tour led by students of the University of L’Aquila to discover the masterpieces from the collections of the National Museum of Abruzzo and the works exhibited in the exhibition “Giulio Cesare and Francesco Bedeschini.” Drawing and Invention in L’Aquila in the 17th Century
- SUNDAY, MARCH 3, 4:30 PM
Guided tour of the exhibition by the Atlante Servizi Culturali cooperative
Book Summary: Giulio Cesare and Francesco Bedeschini. Two Artists in L’Aquila in the Seventeenth Century
Antonella Muzi, illustrations by Nicolò Golia
PROGEDIT, Bari 2023
Published with the contribution of the University of L’Aquila – Department of Human Sciences, as part of the research project “Building Community with Art,” funded by the Cassa di Risparmio Foundation of the Province of L’Aquila.
Scientific Committee
Alessandro Vaccarelli: Scientific Supervisor
Luca Pezzuto: Scientific Coordinator for the Historical-Artistic Area
Marianna Traversetti: Scientific Coordinator for the Educational Area
Silvia Nanni: Scientific Coordinator for the Pedagogical-Social Area
Nicoletta Di Genova: Scientific Coordinator for Action Research and Data Analysis
