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Fondazione Museo Glauco Lombardi: A Window into Parma's 19th Century

Explore 19th-century Parma through the art and personal artifacts of Duchess Marie Louise at this captivating museum.

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The Fondazione Museo Glauco Lombardi in Parma showcases an impressive collection of 19th-century art and artifacts, with a focus on the Duchy of Parma and Marie Louise of Habsburg, Napoleon's second wife. Visitors can explore the opulent world of the former Empress and Duchess through portraits, personal items, and historical documents.

A brief summary to Fondazione Museo Glauco Lombardi

  • Tuesday 9:30 am-4 pm
  • Wednesday 9:30 am-4 pm
  • Thursday 9:30 am-4 pm
  • Friday 9:30 am-4 pm
  • Saturday 9:30 am-4 pm
  • Sunday 9:30 am-7 pm

Local tips

  • Check the museum's website for temporary exhibitions and special events before your visit.
  • Allow at least 1.5 to 2 hours to fully appreciate the museum's extensive collection.
  • Note that English information may be limited, so consider using a translation app or guide.
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Getting There

  • Walking

    The Fondazione Museo Glauco Lombardi is located on Strada Giuseppe Garibaldi in central Parma. From Piazza Garibaldi, walk east along Strada Giuseppe Garibaldi. The museum will be on your left, a short distance from the piazza. Walking is the most convenient way to reach the museum from most points in the city center.

  • Public Transport

    Parma has an extensive bus network. Check the TEP website or Google Maps for the most convenient bus route from your location to Strada Giuseppe Garibaldi. Get off at a stop near Piazza Garibaldi and walk east. A single bus ticket costs €1.70 and is valid for 80 minutes.

  • Taxi

    Taxis are readily available in Parma. A taxi from the Parma train station to the museum will cost approximately €10-€15. You can find taxis near the train station or Piazza Garibaldi.

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The Fondazione Museo Glauco Lombardi offers a captivating glimpse into 19th-century Parma, focusing on the reigns of the Bourbons and, particularly, Marie Louise of Habsburg, Duchess of Parma. Founded by Professor Glauco Lombardi, the museum is housed in the Palazzo di Riserva, a building historically linked to the ducal court. The museum's collection includes portraits, furniture, clothing, jewelry, and personal items that belonged to Marie Louise, providing insight into both her public and private life. Highlights include official portraits, delicate letters, and the wedding corbeille gifted by Napoleon. Visitors can also view works by artists active in Parma during the 18th and 19th centuries. The museum not only displays items related to Marie Louise's time as Empress of France but also covers her 30-year reign as Duchess of Parma. Exhibits showcase her interests and passions, including diaries, watercolors, and musical instruments. The museum provides a vivid picture of court life and the historical events that shaped Parma during this period.

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