Mother House of the Mutilated
A Fascist-era institutional building designed by prominent architect Marcello Piacentini, serving as headquarters for Italy’s national association supporting war veterans and the disabled.
At a glance
Constructed in 1936, this mother house operates as the administrative centre of the National Association of the Mutilated and Invalids of War (ANMIG). The building reflects the monumental architectural ambitions of Mussolini’s regime.
History
The Mother House was completed in 1936 under Mussolini’s leadership. Architect Marcello Piacentini, one of Italy’s most prominent designers and an Academic of Italy from 1929, oversaw its construction. The building served official state purposes during the Ventennio—the twenty-year Fascist period. Today it functions as the national headquarters for ANMIG, the organisation dedicated to supporting war mutilated and disabled veterans.
What you see
Piacentini’s design exemplifies the institutional architecture of 1930s Rome, reflecting the state’s commitment to monumental public buildings. The structure occupies Piazza Adriana, a significant location in the city’s urban fabric.
Cultural significance
The building represents an important chapter in Italian twentieth-century architecture and the state’s approach to veteran welfare during the Fascist era. Piacentini’s work remains central to understanding Rome’s architectural development between the world wars.
Key facts
- Address: Piazza Adriana 3, Roma
- Architect: Marcello Piacentini (1881–1960)
- Year completed: 1936
- Coordinates: 41.90378624705716, 12.468870878219604
- Website: http://www.anmig.it/
- Phone: 06 684 0011
Practical information
The Mother House functions as an administrative office and may have restricted public access. Contact the organisation directly to arrange visits or learn about opening hours.
Getting there
The building is located at Piazza Adriana 3 in central Rome. You can reach it by public transport or taxi. Consult local transport maps for the best route from your current location.
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