The Adventures of Maya the Bee - 50 Years in Flight
Villa Tittoni celebrates 50 years of the beloved cartoon
About Maya the Bee - 50 Years in Flight
Fifty Years in Flight in Desio
The exhibition «Maya the Bee – 50 Years in Flight» celebrates in Desio (province of Monza and Brianza) the half-century of one of the most beloved characters by children. Hosted in the halls of Villa Tittoni, on via Lampugnani, the exhibition retraces the history of Maya the Bee from its literary origins — Waldemar Bonsels' 1912 novel — to the great television success that made it an international icon.
Magazines, Records, Comics, and Toys
The exhibition path brings together precious and nostalgic materials: historical magazines and publications, the vinyl record of the famous theme song, comics and illustrations, entire DVD collections, vintage toys and video games, as well as the first editions of Bonsels' novel and various Italian editions illustrated by great artists. A journey that intertwines literature, animation, music, and pop culture.
An Exhibition for All Ages
Curated by the Franco Fossati Foundation and WOW Spazio Fumetto with DeAPlaneta Entertainment, in collaboration with the Municipality of Desio, the exhibition is designed to engage both adults and children. The inauguration is accompanied by displayed art figures and a theatrical moment dedicated to Maya the Bee. With free admission and open on weekends, the exhibition makes Villa Tittoni a reference point for comic and animation enthusiasts in Brianza.
Maya the Bee - 50 Years in Flight — edition 2026
The 2026 edition of the exhibition «Maya the Bee - 50 Years in Flight» is held at Villa Tittoni in Desio from January 17 to February 8, with opening on weekends from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM and free admission. The exhibition, curated by the Franco Fossati Foundation and WOW Spazio Fumetto with DeAPlaneta Entertainment, features historical magazines, the vinyl record of the theme song, comics, illustrations, DVDs, vintage toys, video games, and the first editions of Waldemar Bonsels' 1912 novel. The inauguration, on Saturday, January 17 at 3:00 PM, is accompanied by an exhibition of art figures and a theatrical performance inspired by Maya the Bee, for an event suitable for all ages.
Programme Maya the Bee - 50 Years in Flight 2026
Opening — Saturday, January 17, 3:00 PM
- Exhibition of art figures
- Theatrical moment inspired by «Maya the Bee - The Musical»
Opening Hours
- From January 17 to February 8, 2026, on weekends, 10:00 AM–7:00 PM
- Free admission
On Display
- Historical magazines and publications, theme song vinyl record, comics and illustrations
- DVD collections, vintage toys and video games
- First editions of Waldemar Bonsels' novel (1912) and illustrated Italian editions
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Practical information — Maya the Bee - 50 Years in Flight
Where
Villa Tittoni, via Lampugnani 62, Desio (MB).
When
January 17 – February 8, 2026, open on weekends, 10:00 AM–7:00 PM.
Admission
Free.
Opening
Saturday, January 17 at 3:00 PM, with displayed art figures and a theatrical moment dedicated to Maya the Bee.
How to get there
Desio is served by the train station on the Milan–Asso line.
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Where does it take place — Maya the Bee - 50 Years in Flight
Villa Tittoni
Via Lampugnani 62, 20832 Desio