Italian Culture Boost: €235 Million Allocated for Preservation and Enhancement of Heritage through Public Works Programs

In 2024, the Ministry of Culture has allocated 63,710,789.33 euros from its budget for cultural interventions across the country. This funding is divided among different sectors, with 23.46% going to archaeology, 42.71% to fine arts and landscape, 19.54% to museums, 5.82% to archives, and 8.47% to libraries. Over the three-year period from 2024-2026, a total budget of 235,424,970.15 euros has been set aside for public works programs across Italy.

The Minister of Culture Gennaro Sangiuliano signed a decree outlining these works, which will receive funding in different regions across Italy. Lazio will receive the largest amount at 38,844,632.56 euros for 133 projects, followed by Campania with 34,289,484.50 euros for 125 projects. Other regions will also receive varying amounts for their projects.

Minister Sangiuliano emphasized the importance of this three-year plan in preserving and enhancing Italy’s cultural heritage. He expressed his commitment to follow the progress of the interventions and seek additional funds to add more projects to the plan. This financial commitment aims to support cultural projects throughout Italy and ensure that our rich cultural heritage is preserved for future generations.

In summary, this three-year public works program includes one thousand interventions spread across Italy with a total budget of €235 million euros from the Ministry of Culture budget alone in the year 2024 alone with allocation as follows:

Fine Arts and Landscape: €66 million

Museums: €66 million

Archaeology: €43 million

Libraries: €19 million

Archives: €18 million