To mark its 50th anniversary, the European University Institute invites its community and partners to discover a new space where art and research converse.
On 7 May 2026, from 20:00 to 24:00, the doors of Palazzo Buontalenti will open for an exclusive preview and inaugural evening. For the very first time, guests will be able to explore a newly restored wing of the historic palace, returned to the city through the contemporary exhibition ‘OPEN’, curated by Sergio Risaliti and Stefania Rispoli.
The evening will offer a unique sensory experience accompanied by food and drinks: from the Courtyard, brought to life by video-art installations and immersive sound design, to the interior exhibition spaces and the San Marco-Michelangelo Garden, where international contemporary art meets the social sciences. Our EUI volunteers, alongside our cultural partners, will be there to welcome and guide you through this journey.
Raise a glass and enjoy the evening with us, celebrating the future of knowledge in a truly magical and vibrant atmosphere.
For more information, please visit the OPEN: Exhibition space at Palazzo Buontalenti webpage