In the heart of Fivizzano, the Complex of the Augustinians, founded in 1392 by Fra Giacomo da Montalcino at the request of Nicolò Malaspina, stands as a symbol of the town’s history. Once a religious and cultural landmark, the convent was suppressed in 1786 and has since served various roles, including a women’s conservatory and a cloistered monastery.
The Civic Library
Home to over 30,000 books, the library houses incunabula and ancient volumes from the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries, thanks in part to Jacopo da Fivizzano, a pioneer of printing with movable type.
Meteo-Museo Edmondo Bernacca
Unique in its kind, the museum celebrates Edmondo Bernacca, an Italian meteorologist, through the display of memorabilia and instruments. Bernacca was a pioneer in promoting meteorological science and raising awareness of climate issues.
Council Hall and Museum of Sacred Art
This building houses the Council Hall and the Museum of Sacred Art, located within the fourteenth-century Church of San Giovanni. The space is enriched by artworks and treasures, including the burial site of Fra Leonardo Valazzana.
The Cloister
The ancient cloister, adorned with seventeenth-century frescoes by Michele Angelo di Fivizzano, depicts scenes from the life of Saint Augustine. Restored in the last century, the frescoes enhance the charm of the Ex Convento degli Agostiniani, offering an experience that blends history, art, and culture.
