The stages of a return to life: the Fornaci project

Start of the works

Laying of the foundation stone

January 2024
UNEXPECTED DISCOVERY

An old well resurfaces at the Fornaci

March 2024

A well once used to draw water for clay processing has been discovered.

Work has been temporarily suspended pending a new building permit, as the find is located exactly where the kilns are due to be installed.

DEED OF FOUNDATION

Fondazione Le Fornaci di Riva San Vitale

June 2024

The Fondazione Le Fornaci di Riva San Vitale was established on 19 June 2024.

 
 
 
 
KILN DELIVERY

The beating heart of the renewed Fornaci has arrived

November 2024

Two kilns, designed by industry specialists, will bring to life the works of artists and enthusiasts who will frequent the future Fornaci site.

EXHIBITION

Villa Brazzola reopens in Riva San Vitale

June 2025

Inside the historic building, an exhibition dedicated to the recovery and restoration of the Fornaci has been set up.

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Inauguration

September 2025

After three years of extensive restoration and enhancement works, the site is ready to open on 6 and 7 September 2025, with a ceremony involving institutions, professionals and the local community.

EVENT

Le Fornaci featured in the 2025 European Heritage Days

September 2025

Comparto Fornaci
Riva San Vitale

Arte e Cultura della ceramica

Institutional partner

 

Comune di Riva San Vitale

With the support of

 

ERSMBAIL OTR Mendrisiotto e Basso Ceresio

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