Museo civico al carcere borbonico

The Civic Museum at the Bourbon Prison in Caltagirone is housed within the evocative 18th-century complex of the former Bourbon prison, one of the most important examples of penitentiary architecture of the period. The building, constructed between the late 18th and early 19th centuries, still retains its original monumental structure, characterized by austere and imposing spaces.

The museum houses a rich archaeological and artistic heritage, with artifacts that testify to the history of the Calatino region from prehistoric times to the Roman and medieval eras. The collections include ceramics, everyday objects, and materials from various local sites, as well as an art gallery with valuable works.

The exhibition itinerary allows visitors to understand the historical and cultural evolution of Caltagirone and its surrounding area, making the museum a fundamental reference point for understanding the local identity.