Thematic visits | children’s workshops
In the Court of "Kings and Knights“ and ”Gods and Heroes" at the MiTico Bargello
On Saturday, May 17, Saturday, June 21 and Saturday, July 19, the Bargello National Museum will host three thematic guided tours, in which children aged 7 to 11 and 9 to 12, can participate free of charge. The initiative is designed to offer youngsters a fun and interactive visit, three encounters curated by museum staff.
On Saturday mornings, the museum will welcome small groups (maximum 10 participants) for a guided tour of some of the museum’s rooms, followed by a hands-on workshop. The activities are designed for specific age groups and aim to introduce participants to two themes represented in the museum’s collection: classical mythology and the world of chivalry. During the course, young visitors will have the opportunity to explore different types of artworks, stimulated to observation and critical reflection through visual thinking strategies.
Saturday, May 17: Appointment, dedicated to children ages 7 to 11: Gods and Heroes at the MiTico Bargello.
Participants will immerse themselves among the countless statues and figurines of brave heroes, gods, maidens to rescue and frightening monsters. A journey through time and space will catapult children into ancient Greece and have them “meet” the gods and heroes of the past. After discovering the adventures of the valiant Perseus, they will learn to recognize the ancient gods represented among the majestic statues preserved at the museum, and at the conclusion of the visit, space will be given to a workshop related to the myth of Perseus.
Saturday, June 21 and Saturday, July 19: In the Court of Kings and Knights for children ages 9 to 12 who will be taken on a discovery of the stories of valiant leaders, betrayals and fighting to the last breath. The little ones will listen to the adventures of valiant Orlando and his faithful sword, Durlindana. But who will guide us through these intricate stories, or rather, What? Telling them will be a very special tapestry from faraway places and times.
Activities will take place starting at 11:00 a.m. and will last about an hour. Participation is free for children, accompanying persons are required to pay the regular museum ticket (10€). One adult per child (or group of children) is recommended to be on hand for the duration of the activity.
Reservations are required, at mn-bar.didattica@cultura.gov.it (reservations will remain open until noon on the preceding Friday).
