The Museum dedicated to the Roman Republic of 1849 devoted to this important historical event is located inside Porta San Pancrazio, which, besides being evocative of the facts by itself due to its history and location, becomes a hub connected to other places dedicated to the history of the Risorgimento period in Rome (Napoleonic Museum; Museum of Rome at Palazzo Braschi; Central Museum of the Risorgimento; Museum of Rome in Trastevere).
The collection consists of busts, paintings, engravings, and Garibaldi relics. Models and a very rich multimedia system guide the visitor to discover the places, dates, and main protagonists of the events of those years of great political ferment. Room by room, it is possible to retrace the evolution of the events that led, from the European revolutions of 1848 and passing through the liberal phase of Pius IX, to the pope’s flight to Gaeta and the proclamation of the Roman Republic until its tragic end in July 1849 following the fierce clashes where the Roman troops opposed the overwhelming forces of the French army.
The visit concludes by showing the continuity of the Garibaldi tradition, which, gloriously participating in the defense of the Republic, was also a protagonist of much of the history of the 20th century.
Ticket info and opening hours:
Tuesday to Friday 10:00/14:00 (every 45 minutes), last entry at 13:00 (groups and school trips: reservation required).
Saturday, Sunday, and holidays (including April 25) 10:00 – 18:00 (unrestricted entry)
On Saturdays and Sundays the ticket office closes thirty minutes earlier.
December 24 and 31 10:00/14:00
Closed days
Monday, December 25, January 1, May 1
Ticket price
Regular admission
Full €6.50
Reduced €5.50
For residents of the territory of Rome Capital (by showing a valid document proving residency)
Full €5.50
Reduced €4.50
