Verso una Nuova Alba
Contemporary art exhibition at Palazzo Ruspoli in Cerveteri
About Verso una Nuova Alba
An art exhibition in the heart of Cerveteri
Verso una Nuova Alba is a contemporary art exhibition held in Cerveteri, within the Metropolitan City of Rome, inside the historic halls of Palazzo Ruspoli, overlooking Piazza Santa Maria in the town center. Organized by the Tracciati d'Arte association and curated by artist Andrea Cerqua, the event was established in 2024 and has quickly become a highly anticipated date in the cultural calendar of the Lazio coast.
A journey through the arts
The exhibition is designed as a visual, sonic, and narrative journey that guides the visitor through diverse artistic languages. The works on display range from painting to photography, sculpture to drawing, and include digital art and short films, creating a continuous dialogue between traditional techniques and contemporary experimentation. Each edition brings together dozens of artists, many of whom are local, offering a vibrant and pluralistic snapshot of current creativity.
Art as an encounter
The common thread of the exhibition is the idea of art as a tool for rebirth and human connection. The title itself, "Verso una Nuova Alba" (Towards a New Dawn), evokes the image of a fresh start and shared hope. Alongside the artworks, the program features meetings with writers, book presentations, concerts, piano recitals, performances, and social toasts, transforming the visit into a well-rounded cultural experience.
An inclusive perspective
One of the most significant features of the event is its inclusive vocation. The exhibition provides space for the AHRTE Integrated Artistic Group and involves young students from local art courses, placing them alongside established artists. This choice makes Verso una Nuova Alba not just an exhibition showcase, but a community project that values talent and participation from everyone.
Palazzo Ruspoli, an exceptional setting
The halls of Palazzo Ruspoli, a historic residence overlooking Piazza Santa Maria, provide a charming backdrop for the works on display. Its location in the center of Cerveteri—an Etruscan city famous for its UNESCO-recognized Banditaccia Necropolis—adds an extra layer of fascination to the exhibition, blending ancient heritage with the creativity of the present. The exhibition is held under the patronage of the Municipality of Cerveteri.
Verso una Nuova Alba — edition 2026
The third edition of Verso una Nuova Alba brought Palazzo Ruspoli to life from May 20 to 24, 2026, confirming the exhibition as one of the most followed contemporary art events in Cerveteri. Under the curatorship of Andrea Cerqua, the show proposed a journey through painting, photography, sculpture, drawing, and digital works, exploring different sensibilities, visions, and stories.
Alongside the artworks, the program hosted literary and musical moments that enriched the opening days.
Programme Verso una Nuova Alba 2026
Collective exhibition featuring about twenty artists, including Andrea Cerqua, Andy Kersch, Angela Scaramuzzi, Aurora Stecca, Diego Vagnucci, Fabrizia Frau, Federica Virgili, Francesca Coccurello, Giulio Falconieri, Ilaria Sartori, Laura Vitulano, Luana Celli, Manuela Castellet Y Ballarà , Maurizio Primo, Nataliya Lyakhova, Nicoletta Badalan, Oria, Ornella Latrofa, Tommaso Garofalo, and Vincenzo Pirozzi. Participants also included the AHRTE Integrated Artistic Group, students from the Liceo Artistico of the Centro Studi Arcadia in Ladispoli, and students from the watercolor workshop.
Hours
- Wednesday, May 20: 4:30 PM – 8:00 PM (inauguration)
- Thursday, May 21 – Sunday, May 24: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM and 4:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Meetings and events
- Friday, May 22, 5:00 PM: presentation of the book "Il separè della stanza rossa" by Effe Zeta
- Sunday, May 24, 4:30 PM: presentation of the book "Di Amicizia, di Sesso, di Chiesa" by Angiolo Marroni, piano performance by Andrea Godoy Huaraca, and closing toast
Highlights Verso una Nuova Alba 2026
- Third edition of the exhibition at Palazzo Ruspoli
- About twenty artists with works in painting, photography, sculpture, drawing, and digital art
- Participation of the AHRTE Integrated Artistic Group and local art students
- Book presentations and closing piano performance
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Practical information — Verso una Nuova Alba
Getting there
Palazzo Ruspoli is located in Piazza Santa Maria, in the historic center of Cerveteri (Metropolitan City of Rome). By car, it can be reached via the A12 Rome-Civitavecchia motorway, taking the Cerveteri-Ladispoli exit. By train, the nearest station is Marina di Cerveteri (Rome-Pisa line), which is connected to the town center by local buses.
Admission and hours
Admission to the exhibition is free. The halls are generally open in the morning and afternoon; it is advisable to check the updated hours for each edition before visiting.
Contact
For information, contact the Tracciati d'Arte association at +39 375 845 2395.
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Where does it take place — Verso una Nuova Alba
Palazzo Ruspoli
Piazza Santa Maria, 00052 Cerveteri