Braccio di Carlo Magno, piazza San Pietro. Info 0668193064
Until 8 Mar: Petros Eni / Pietro è qui (Petros Eni / Peter is here)
"Petros Eni" is inscribed on a fragment of plaster discovered during the archaeological digs carried out in the Necropolis dell'Urbe. This is one of the many pieces that provide evidence of the great diffusion of the cult of St Peter. This fragment, and a series of other materials and art-works, are exhibited in a show that commemorates the 500 years of the establishment of St Peter's Basilica. The most prestigious museums in the world have lent works by Caravaggio, Rembrandt, Raphael, Michelangelo, Titian and El Greco for the occasion. Mon-tue h10-19; wed h13-19; thu-sun h10-19. €7, reduced €5
Appartamento Pontificio di Rappresentanza, Palazzo Apostolico del Laterano. Info 060606
Until 9 Apr: Habemus papam. Le elezioni pontificie da S. Pietro a Benedetto XVI (Habemus papam. The elections of popes in Rome from the Renaissance to the 1900s)
An absolutely extraordinary exhibition that sees the official pontifical apartments in the Lateran Apostolic Palace transformed for the first time into an arts show venue. There are four sections (Death and funeral of the Pope, the Conclave, the Proclamation, the Ceremony of "Taking Possession of the Church") each containing a variety of objects such as prints, garments, portraits, photos and paintings. The 140 objects and works of art assembled from museums in Rome, Vatican City and the rest of Italy, allow visitors a closer insight into the emblematic figure of the Pope. Palazzo Farnese, piazza Farnese. Info 0645438807
Accademia di Francia - Villa Medici, viale Trinità dei Monti, 1
Chiesa di San Luigi dei Francesi, piazza S. Luigi dei Francesi
Chiesa di San Nicola dei Lorenesi, largo Febo
From 24 Mar to 15 Apr: Luce di pietra (Light of stone)
A magical exhibition: the capital's 'French' venues host the works of French and Italian contemporary artists. These splendid monuments become even more attractive thanks to exclusive light installations by artists of the calibre of Christian Boltanski, Jannis Kounellis, Enzo Cucchi, Jean-Baptiste Ganne, Sarkis and many more. An original exhibition that is best enjoyed by night. Palazzo Farnese: h19,30-24; booking obligatory. Villa Medici: h19,30-23,30. Church of San Luigi dei Francesi: h20-24, closed from 2 to 8 April. Church of San Nicola dei Lorenesi: h20-24. Entrance is free in all venues Chiostro del Bramante, via della Pace. Info 0668809035
Until 6 May: Annibale Carracci
An exhibition of 160 paintings and drawings by the Bolognese artist who lived and worked many years in Rome, as well as in Naples, Tuscany and Venice. Carracci perpetuates the dictates of the Italian Renaissance, creating highly realistic works characterised by a very decisive use of colour. The artist's brush returns to the classical dictates of painting, reacting to the mannerist style of the period, while remaining firmly anchored to tradition. Tue-fri h10-20; sat h10-23; sun h10-21. €9, reduced €7 Scuderie del Quirinale, via XXIV Maggio, 16. Info 0639967500
From 10 Mar to 10 Jun: Durer e l'Italia (Durer and Italy)
Albrecht Durer, an artist from Nuremberg, is a concentrate in human form of respect for the rules, of almost maniacal precision and eclecticism. The artist possessed extensive knowledge in several fields, from the stars to mathematics and the horoscope. His art also takes in many fields of reference, and throughout his career he tried his hand, in fact, at drawing, painting, etching and wood-engraving... This exhibition focuses particularly on the link between this artist and Italian artists, which comes about through a dynamic of reciprocal inspiration. The works on show, made available by important museums, include the famous "Adoration of the Magi" and the "Portrait of Albrecht Durer". Sun-thu h10-20; fri-sat h10-22,30. €10, reduced €7 Complesso del Vittoriano, via San Pietro in Carcere. Info 066780664
From 9 Mar to 1 Jul: Chagall delle meraviglie (Chagall in Wonderland)
This extraordinary Russian painter lived through all of last century's major artistic movements - cubism, surrealism and expressionism - and though influenced by aspects of them he always maintained his own poetic language and vision. Chagall's works are immersed in a fairytale-like atmosphere and filled with the typically Russian places and traditions of his background, such as popular festivals, images from fairytale books and depictions of religious rituals. The over 180 canvases on display speak volumes about the inner life and travels of an artist who used memory not only to remember, but also to invent... Colosseo, piazza del Colosseo. Info 060606
From 3 Mar to 16 Sep: Eros
This major exhibition looks at one of the most important divinities in Greek mythology. Even though shrouded in fog and lacking a rich narrative Eros is the force that sweeps and overwhelms us, as Sappho would say, and to whom even the Gods succumb. This is about sex experienced freely, quite simply it is the energy that gives value and meaning to pederast relations and weddings, which constitute real institutions and fundamental social dynamics, as well as the necessary elements for the balanced development and cultural training of every individual. Eros is everywhere, permeating every aspect of existence. Let's get to know him better. Until 15 Mar: h8,30-17; from 16 to 31 Mar: h8,30-17,30; from 1 Apr to 31 Aug: h8,30-19,15; from 1 to 16 Sep: h8,30-19 **************************Museo di Villa Torlonia, via Nomentana, 70. Info 060606
Riapre Villa Torlonia (Villa Torlonia reopens)
One of the most beautiful villas in Rome and the last example of Roman cultural patronage - Villa Torlonia - has undergone major restoration. The gardens have been restored to their 17th century splendour with the addition of trees, shrubs, vases and a gazebo. The lake and hill in the grounds have been recreated and the paths have been rebuilt and adorned with statues and lamps. Architecturally too some major changes have been made to the villa. The Casino also hosts a permanent exhibition of "The Roman School" featuring 150 works by artists who lived and worked during the two world wars. Gate - Ala Mazzoniana. Stazione Termini. Via Giolitti. Info 0644252170
Until 4 Mar: Caravaggio. Capolavori nelle collezioni private (Caravaggio. Masterpieces in private collections)
After being restored carefully for over two years, "The calling of Saints Peter and Andrew", a painting that has finally been definitively attributed to Caravaggio, is being displayed at the Gate Art Gallery in Termini station. This show is curated by Sir Denis Mahon and Mina Gregori and shows all the beauty of this Caravaggio masterpiece. Also on show are other prestigious works by Caravaggio from public and private collections, such as "The tooth-drawer" from the Palazzo Pitti's Palatine Gallery and the Sicilian canvases "The Resurrection of Lazarus" or "The Sacrifice of Isaac". h10-20. €8, reduced €5 Complesso del Vittoriano - Salone Centrale. Via di San Pietro in Carcere. Info 066793598
Until 18 Mar: Antonio Donghi 1897-1963
An exhibition devoted solely to Roman 20th century artist, Antonio Donghi. About 80 works by this master are on display. Donghi appeared for the first time in the 1920s with a painting called "The Path of the Washerman", and from this moment on a career of international importance began. Admire the works of on one of the most significant exponents of so-called "magical realism" at Rome's Vittoriano museum complex. Mon-thu h9,30-19,30; fri and sat h9,30-23,30; sun h9,30-20,30. Admission free Palazzo del Quirinale - Sala delle Bandiere. Piazza del Quirinale. Info 063226159
Until 31 Mar: Turchia, 7000 anni di storia (7,000 years of Turkish history)
This exhibition has been timed to coincide with the state visit of Turkish president Ahmet Necdet and will be inaugurated by Necdet and Italian President Giorgio Napoletano. Some 43 works explore the different stages of Turkish and civilisation, taking the city settlement of Catal Hoyuk (the most ancient example of Neolithic civilisation) as its starting point and covers the period up until the end of the Roman Empire. The exhibits include pieces from Topkapi Palace Museum in Istanbul, jewels from the Bronze civilisation, writings from the Assyrians and Hittites and other traces left behind by classical civilisations. Mon-sat h9,30-13,30 and h15,30-19; sun h8,30-12 Museo di Roma in Trastevere, piazza S. Egidio, 1b. Info 0682059127
Until 1 Apr: Fotografi di scena. L'occhio INdiscreto del cinema italiano (Stills photographers. The INdiscrete eye of Italian cinema)
This show of 90 images in black and white and in colour by 15 different expert photographers narrates the history of stills photography. These shots retrace the history of a motion picture film: using the sequence of images divested of any intrinsic movement, but presented in a precise order, it is possible to represent the development of facts and events. Mario Tursi, Sergio Strizzi, Umberto Montiroli, Emilio Lari, Gianfranco Salis, Adriano Giordanella and Philippe Antonello are just some of the artists featured in this exhibition. Tue-sun h10-20. €5,50, reduced €4 Accademia di Francia a Roma - Villa Medici, viale Trinità dei Monti, 1. Info 066761291
Until 9 Apr: Gilles Aillaud. Evasioni (Gilles Aillaud. Evasione)
A large selection of painter and set designer Gilles Aillaud's works have been made available by prestigious public and private collections. Aillaud's subject matters are varied and range from birds to animals in cages and marine landscapes. The collective works he has contributed to such as "Une passion dans le désert" or "Vivre et laisser mourir ou la fin tragique de Marcel Duchamp" are very different. This artist's poetic intuitions oscillate between the concepts of opening and closure. Tue-sun h11-19. €8, reduced €4,50 Olearie Papali, piazza della Repubblica. Info 0639967700
Until 9 Apr: Memorie dal sottosuolo. Ritrovamenti archeologici. 1980 - 2006 (Memories from underground. Archeological findings. 1980-2006)
The largest archaeological museum in the world can be found right under the city of Rome. It is here that the over 1,000 pieces in the exhibition have been found. Le Olearie is the venue for the show and is reminiscent in lay-out of how 18th century collections were assembled. Sarcophagi, gems, bracelets and many other rare pieces make up this fascinating collection. h9-19,45. €9, reduced €6 Castel Sant'Angelo, Lungotevere di Castello. Info 066795564
Until 10 Apr: Italia e Finlandia a confronto (Italy and Finland face to face)
This exhibition brings to light the reciprocally inspirational cultural and artistic relationship between Italy and Finalnd. The exhibition is divided into two sections: the Italy section focuses on Italian artistic output in the 20th century and in particular on the period after World War II; the Finnish section is centred on the works of artists who have influenced Italian artistic creation, or who showed a particular interest in Italian art and artists. This exhibition of paintings, sculptures and design displays the artistic interaction between two geographically distant cultures. Tue-sun h10-20. €7, reduced €4,50 ISR Istituto Svizzero di Roma - Sala Elvetica. Via Liguria, 20. Info 064814234
Until 14 Apr: Roman Signer. Travel photography
This exhibition features photos of Iceland, Poland and Switzerland shot over a period of 20 years. Signer is one of Switzerland's most eclectic and original contemporary artists and his works make use of very basic materials that confer a strong ironic quality to his compositions. Mon-sat h11-13 and h15-19. Admission free Sale del Bramante, piazza del Popolo. Info 060606
Until 15 Apr: Il genio di Leonardo da Vinci (The genius of Leonardo da Vinci)
This exhibition was a great success in 2006 and is back in case you missed it. A team of artisans has faithfully reproduced over fifty car models out of wood, metal and fabric using drawings contained in Leonardo's Atlantic, Hammer, Trivulzianus, Arundel and Madrid codexes. An attractive feature of this exhibition is that the cars have been made to scale or even in life size and can be activated by the public. Alongside each car you can see Leonardo's original drawings and read explanatory texts in Italian and English. h9,30-20,30. €6 Istituto Giapponese di Cultura, via A. Gramsci, 74. Info 063224754
Until 20 Apr: PRIMI CONTATTI tra Italia e Giappone (THE EARLIEST CONTACTS between Italy and Japan)
A handful of shipwrecked Portuguese and Italians landed on Japan's island of Tanegashima in 1543. It was the first of many contacts - which then became intentional and systematic, and were for the most part undertaken by missionaries - between Europe and Japan. This exhibition puts on display items of that artistic production which clearly illustrates Italian-Japanese contacts: paintings created by converted Japanese artists, letters from Jesuits, panels, armour and a variety of objects. Casa di Goethe, via del Corso, 18. Info 0632650412
Until 22 Apr: Franz Ludwig Catel (1778-1856). Paesaggista e pittore di genere (Franz Ludwig Catel (1778-1856). Landscape artist and genre painter)
This artist was born in Berlin but lived and worked in Rome and chose the Eternal City as the subject of many of his works. The Casa di Goethe is showing a series of his paintings, watercolours, drawings and oil studies, many of which have never seen by the public before and many of which were created in the open air. Catel's paintings of Rome and Naples and his scenes of daily life were much admired at the time they were made and are bound to be very popular in this show too. Tue-sun h10-18. €4, reduced €3 Biblioteca Angelica - Galleria Angelica, piazza S. Agostino, 8. Info 066840801
From 23 Mar to 28 Apr: Nel segno di Klimt. Ver Sacrum: la rivista della Secessione Viennese (In the sign of Klimt. Ver Sacrum: the Viennese Secession magazine)
The complete collection of the Ver Sacrum, the official publication of Gustav Klimt's Secession Movement, are displayed exclusively in Rome. Every issue of the magazine is a work of art down to the very last detail, from the graphic design to the choice of colours. The 120 issues of Ver Sacrum are testament to the spirit of a movement that embraced foreign art and created an arena for dialogue. Mon-fri h10-13 and h15,30-18,30; sat h10-13 Museo Nazionale di Castel Sant'Angelo, Lungotevere di Castello, 50. Info 0632869
Until 29 Apr: Nino Gianmarco. Labirinti dell'anima (Nino Gianmarco. Labyrinths of the soul)
Gianmarco's work is about exploring the labyrinths we have inside; something we all must do if we are to know ourselves and find stability. The artist speaks to us in images, through strong and decisive colours and a language that cannot be translated literally but that is strong and clear if we approach it openly. About 150 works - oils on canvas, sculptures and mixed techniques on paper - are on display. As well as citing Renaissance and Surrealist artists, Picasso and Goya, Gianmarco offers us a very personal and autonomous artistic vision. Tue-sun h10-18,30. €5 GNAM Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Moderna, viale delle Belle Arti, 131. Info 06322981
Until 29 Apr: Renato Mambor - Separè. Oggetti scultorei (Renato Mambor - Separè. Sculptural objects)
Having inspired himself with the cultural ferment of Rome in the 1960s, Mambor impresses us with a highly original installation: the human figure - a central subject in the artist's works - is viewed in relation to materials, colours and techniques. In Mambor's world, shapes and materials are means of producing signs, and signs are given value according to the spectator's perception. Art is totally at the service of its users, becoming a means of knowing and observing. €9 MACRO, via Reggio Emilia, 54. Info 06671070400
Until 30 Apr: Pedro Cabrita Reis. Every moment, one moment after the other
Pedro Cabrita Reis' massive and exclusive installation contains a universe of glass and steel beams in which the notion of space is continually questioned and transformed according to the configurations created by the materials assembled. The Portuguese artist is a master at irrational and chaotic composition and conveys social context in heightened and contemporary fashion.
GNAM Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Moderna, viale delle Belle Arti, 131. Info 06322981
Until 13 May: Arturo Martini
"You can think through clay. It's a fact of love throughout our world". So said Arturo Martini, a revolutionary artist who lived between the 18th and 19th centuries and was an avid consumer of art and culture. This great innovator reinvented the canons of plastic construction and gleaned his inspiration from classic art to then develop a very personal form of expression. This show at Rome's museum of modern art (the GNAM) brings together a refined selection of about a hundred of his masterpieces. €9
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