Balestrini Contemporary Art Culture Center
A gallery devoted to modern and contemporary art, home to a significant collection of ceramic, bronze and granite sculptures by Tuscan artist Agenore Fabbri.
At a glance
The Balestrini Contemporary Art Culture Center functions as both exhibition gallery and permanent collection space. It is part of the Albissola Diffused Museum network, an initiative that distributes cultural heritage throughout the coastal town. The center’s programming balances historical and living artists through carefully curated shows.
History
Franco Balestrini founded the center after decades of collecting and exhibiting contemporary art. Beginning in the 1970s, he organized hundreds of exhibitions while building a deep friendship with sculptor Agenore Fabbri, who had made Albissola his home since 1932. This personal connection shaped the center’s identity and collection. Today, curator Riccardo Zelato continues the institution’s active programming tradition.
What you see
The gallery preserves masterpieces by Fabbri across multiple mediums: ceramic, bronze, and granite sculptures. The permanent collection demonstrates the artist’s range and technical mastery, offering visitors insight into his five decades of work in Albissola. The center also hosts rotating exhibitions of contemporary and historical artists.
Cultural significance
Agenore Fabbri (1911–1998) remains one of the region’s most important sculptors, and this collection represents one of his most comprehensive groupings. The center embodies the creative dialogue between collector and artist, preserving not only artworks but the story of artistic patronage and community. As part of the Albissola Diffused Museum, it contributes to the town’s identity as a center for contemporary ceramics and sculpture.
Key facts
- Address: Via Ferdinando Isola, 40, 17012 Savona
- Coordinates: 44.3277703, 8.5034844
- Phone: +393475570706
- Website: https://balestrini-centro-cultura-arte-contemporanea.business.site/
- Founder: Franco Balestrini
- Current curator: Riccardo Zelato
Practical information
Hours of operation are not listed; consult the official website or call ahead. The center is accessible to the public and welcomes visitors interested in contemporary sculpture and Fabbri’s work.
Getting there
The center is located in Albissola Marina on the Ligurian coast near Savona. Public transport connects the town to Genoa and other regional centers. Visit the official website for directions and current visiting details.
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