Fondazione Biblioteca Capitolare di Verona

Where knowledge meets emotion.

The first page of our history was written over 1500 years ago. To write the pages to come, we want to share our extraordinary knowledge. Creating a place where we contemplate the ancient to generate the future.

EVENTI

Thu 25 June 2026

Hours 17:30

Entrance fee

by reservation

A Meeting with Taste - 2026 edition

A new series of cultural events combined with tastings

From banned books to the evolution of language and female figures, discover the heritage of the Capitolare whilst sipping a glass of wine (and more).

The treasures of the Capitolare

More than 1,200 manuscripts, including works unique in the world

The Capitolare holds a collection of over 1200 manuscripts, including works that are unique in the world. Among its shelves we can trace texts from the most diverse disciplines: theology, law, poetry, philosophy, astronomy, medicine, botany, history and numerous other sciences. This variety testifies to the happy encounter and mutual integration and contamination of religious and secular knowledge... Keep reading

Book

EVENTI

Under the Sign of Theoderic – History and myths of Gothic Verona

Temporary exhibition from 28 May to 30 June 2026

A journey through history and legend, exploring a complex and fascinating figure who stood at the crossroads of different eras, worlds and cultures, and his connection with the city of Verona.

The evolution of language

New temporary exhibition, 30 January - 26 may

From Dante to Manzoni, via Bembo and the Crusca: a journey to the origins of the Italian language

Educational tours for schools

Guided tours and workshops

Dedicated tours for primary and secondary schools for the 2025/2026 school year.

A walk with the Prefect (Italian)

An exciting journey, guided by Msgr. Bruno Fasani

Every month we organise the ‘Walk with the Prefect’, our best-selling event. A special visit in which Monsignor Bruno Fasani, Prefect of the Capitolare, will be the charismatic guide who will take you on an exciting journey to discover the millennial history of the Capitolare and of the city of Verona. ... Keep reading

Book