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Schools and Groups at the Sonnabend Collection Mantua: Ad Artem’s Educational Programs

Ad Artem arrives in Mantua with a new chapter in its story: the Sonnabend Collection Mantua, hosted in the newly renovated Palazzo della Ragione.

A contemporary art museum that brings together one of the most important private collections of the twentieth century, it features works by Johns, Rauschenberg, Lichtenstein, Warhol, Pistoletto, Schifano, Koons, and many other leading figures of the international art scene.

Educational Tours and Activities for Schools and Group
For this exceptional venue, Ad Artem curates the official educational program of the exhibition, offering a wide range of activities designed for schools of all levels, adult groups, families, and individual visitors.

The tours, led by specialized educators, combine different languages and approaches, encouraging active participation and making contemporary art accessible, engaging, and inclusive.

A unique opportunity to explore the collection from multiple perspectives—through emotion, reflection, and dialogue—and to understand the pivotal role artists like Warhol and Pistoletto played in transforming the perception of twentieth-century art.

Mantua: Between Contemporary Art and Renaissance Heritage
Alongside visits to the Sonnabend Collection Mantua, Ad Artem also offers walking itineraries through the historic center of Mantua, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

These itineraries connect the city’s grand Renaissance tradition with the new visions of contemporary art, guiding visitors from Piazza delle Erbe to the Ducal Palace, through medieval arcades, Renaissance squares, and views that tell the story of centuries of culture and innovation.

Discover, Experience, Learn
With Ad Artem, you can experience Mantua in all its dimensions—from the vision of the Gonzaga family, Mantegna, and Giulio Romano to the artworks that have changed the course of contemporary art.

A unique journey between past and future, designed for those who wish to discover the city through educational, creative, and immersive experiences.

Bookings and Information
📅 Activities will be available starting from the opening of the Sonnabend Collection Mantua on November 29, 2025.

🎓 Programs available for:

  • Schools (kindergarten, primary, lower and upper secondary)
  • Adult groups and cultural associations
  • Families and individual visitors

📩 Book your visit with Ad Artem and let yourself be guided through an experience that brings together art, history, and discovery.
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The Municipality of Mantua thanks its patrons for the city's historical and artistic heritage through ART BONUS Cartiera MantovanaGruppo Finservice SpAGruppo SaviolaLubiamMarcegagliaMolino Pasini SpAStaff SpATea SpA SB for their support in the construction of the new Palazzo della Ragione Museum.

The Municipality of Mantua thanks its patrons for the city's historical and artistic heritage through ART BONUS Cartiera MantovanaGruppo Finservice SpAGruppo SaviolaLubiamMarcegagliaMolino Pasini SpAStaff SpATea SpA SB for their support in the construction of the new Palazzo della Ragione Museum.