Jewels of Jesi

Description

The goldsmith's art in Jesi has its roots in an ancient past. Although its history has seen alternating periods of glory and major crises, it still proudly survives to this day, enriching the town centre with workshops of great value, true jewels steeped in tradition.

The goldsmiths‘ workshops were located along today's Via Pergolesi - also known as Via degli Orefici (Goldsmiths’ Street) -, Vicolo Fiorenzuola, the alleys around the Cathedral and Corso Matteotti. Several craftsmen still work in Jesi today, and the town's Liceo Artistico (Art high school) ‘E. Mannucci’ includes, among its specialisations, a course in goldsmith's art.

This initiative stems from the desire to make a little-known part of Jesi's history known to the general public.

PROGRAMME

• Monday 25th November
  Palazzo Bisaccioni, Piazza A. Colocci, 4
  Frederick II's Jewels
  Goldsmith Art Exhibition, organised by CNA (open until 01/12)
  Inauguration at 6 p.m.
  - 5 p.m.
  Palazzo Bisaccioni, Piazza A. Colocci, 4
  Precious readings
  Readings for children and families on the theme of goldsmith's art with snack; organised by Jesi Children's Library
• Friday 29th November, 5.30 p.m.
  Palazzo Bisaccioni, Piazza A. Colocci, 4
  The goldsmith's art in Jesi
  Meeting organised by Italia Nostra, Quaderni Storici Esini, Connessioni Culturali Creative
• Saturday 30th November, 5 p.m.
  Federico II Museum, Piazza Federico II, 3
  Precious Readings
  Readings for children and families on the theme of goldsmith's art; organised by Jesi Children's Library
• Friday 29th and Saturday 30th November
• FUSION
  Venues in the old town centre will serve themed aperitifs
  • Sunday 1st December, 4 p.m.
    Departure from Piazza della Repubblica, in front of the Tourist Office
    GOLDEN JESI
    Guided tour of Jesi themed goldsmith's art
    Info and bookings: Tourist Office Phone: +39 0731 538420
    - 5 p.m.
    Palazzo Pianetti
    Goldsmiths for Frederick II
    Meeting organised by the Fondazione Federico II Hohenstaufen
    A day of discussion between the towns of Monselice, Altamura and Palermo, all linked to Frederick II, for the shared planning on the theme of the goldsmith's art linked to Frederick II

When

See the information provided for each event in the "Description" section

Tickets

Free

Where

Exhibition Halls of Palazzo Bisaccioni

Accessibility and safety

For special needs, please contact the staff of the Tourist Office of the Municipality of Jesi (Phone: +39 0731 538420).

Target

Open to everyone

Contact details