Capturing It
By Claudia PALMIRA ACUNTO
At a recent talk at Rome’s MAXXI Museum, Ferdinando Scianna recounted being asked if he considered himself an artist. Paraphrasing him, he said, No, I’m not an artist, I’m a photographer.
Volume 20. Number XII. 2015
Restored Michelozzo Library Reopens in Florence
The Michelozzo Library at the Museum of San Marco in Florence reopened after undergoing an urgent one-year renovation, including restoration of the floor’s original design and the addition of panels that depict the library’s history.
Marconi Prize Awarded to “Father of the European Internet”
British Scientist Peter T. Kirstein, a key figure in the creation and internationalization of the internet, received the 2015 Marconi Prize.
Renzo Piano’s Latest Capolavoro: The Whitney
The Whitney Museum of American Art opened its new home in the Meatpacking District between the High Line and the Hudson River with inaugural exhibition America is Hard to See.
Rizzoli Reopening in NYC
New York’s beloved Italian bookstore, formerly situated on 57th Street, plans to re-open in 2015.
Shifting Focus at Gucci
Alessandro Michele was named Creative Director of fashion giant Gucci.
Mayor Nardella of Florence Meets with Mayor De Blasio
Mayor of Florence Dario Nardella visited Manhattan in early March, 2015 to encourage investment in Florence through real estate and tourism ventures.
New IACC President Introduced
Alberto MILANI, CEO of Buccellati INC., is the new president of the Italy-America Chamber of Commerce (IACC).
Largest Amount of Stolen Italian Artifacts Recovered
Italy’s Carabinieri recovered €50 million worth of stolen national treasures in January 2015.
Milan’s Expo 2015 Aims to Direct the World’s Attention to Nutrition and Food Resources
From May 1 to October 31 2015, Milan hosts a world’s fair with the theme of “Feeding the Planet, Energy for Life.”