Celebrate Our Caravaggio in Rome
The Nelson-Atkins Museum is pleased to offer its patrons a unique six day experience in Rome! Led by Julián Zugazagoitia, Director of the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, this trip showcases a wide variety of art and architecture in Rome. We plan to make sure we dedicate time to appreciate the Nelson-Atkin's Caravaggio. In addition, this trip includes several special access opportunties, including a private visit to the Vatican museum and catered dinner at Galleria Doria Pamphilj. We have additional private visits at San Luigi dei Francesi, Palazzo Odescalchi, and a private collector's home for lunch.
We will stay at the five star Baglioni Hotel Regina situated in the heart of Rome. The hotel is a sophisticated Palazzo with classic Itlaian Art deco style. Located near much of Rome's ancient sites. You will have no trouble filling your evening when you have leisure time.
The trip starts in the afternoon of Sunday, May 4 (a flight from the US would leave on May 3 to Rome) and ends on Saturday, May 10 with departures at your leisure from Rome.
The Nelson-Atkins Rome trip is priced at $10,750 per person in a double occupancy and $13,250 for a single occupancy and includes all transportation, lodging, and specific meals during your trip. This trip is limited to 20 guests and your booking is requested by January 29th, 2025. A minimum of 16 guests is required to operate this trip.
If you have any questions about this program your Nelson-Atkins contact is Kaitlyn Bunch at kbunch@nelson-atkins.org. Your Artful contact is Latasha Thomas, Customer Experience Manager at Artful, at latasha@artfuljaunts.com and 781-658-2270. Latasha is available to help with any questions during the registration process.
No refund will be provided for cancellations within sixty days of the trip's start date. If the museum has another patron to fill a spot a substitution will be allowed. After the trip has commenced, no refunds are available, even if the client does not partake in all of the trip's activities or leaves the trip early. We highly recommend trip insurance offered when booking.
All programming may change and is subject to availability of hosts, collectors and artists.
Day 1
Sunday, May 4, 2025
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ArrivalsCheck into the 5 star hotel Baglioni Hotel Regina. |
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MuseumGuided tour of the Galleria Doria Pamphilij collection with art historian Sara Pietrantoni. |
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DinnerWelcome reception at he hotel or elsewhere. |
Baglioni Hotels is part of the history of Italian style, culture, & traditions. Founded in 1974 by Roberto & Lisa Polito with their first location in Punta Ala, Tuscany. The hotels are elegant and sophisticated with an intimate, homely atmosphere. Over the years, the hotel has developed a unique concept of luxury that has translated into "tailor-made" service, which is part of what makes guests feel at ease.
Day 2
Monday, May 5, 2025
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Studio visitWe will visit studio of artist Alberto Di Fabio in the artsy neighborhood of San Lorenzo. |
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Museum visitA private visit to Fondazione D'ARC collection with owners Giovannie Floridi and Clara Dattim lead by Chief Curator Giuliana Benassi. The collections offers a rich journey through 20th and 21st-century art, including works from the post-war period, abstract art, kinetic and programmed art, arte povera, postmodernism, and the multifaceted languages of the new millennium. |
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LunchLight lunch at Fondazione D'ARC. |
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Museum visitA visit to Museo dell'Ara Pacis, contemporary art exhibition to see Franco Fontana. Retrospective.The first time 200 photographic works of the artists have been on display. |
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RelaxWe will stop at the hotel to rest before the evening programming. |
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DinnerEarly dinner before evening programming. |
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Museum visitPrivate after hours visit led by art historian and Caravaggio specialist Sara Magister at San Luigi dei Francesi to admire three masterpieces by Caravaggio: The Calling of Saint Mathew, Inspiration of Saint Matthew and Martyrdom of Saint Matthew. |
The French National Church, founded by Cardinal Giulio dei Medici (future Pope Clement VII) in 1518, was completed in 1589 by Domenico Fontana, based on a design by Giacomo Della Porta. In the last chapel of the left aisle, there is the Contarelli Chapel, named after the Italianized name of the French cardinal Mathieu Cointrel, which houses three paintings by Michelangelo Merisi, known as Caravaggio, made between 1599 and 1602. In homage to the name of the client, the artworks are dedicated to St. Matthew and represent: the Calling of St. Matthew, St. Matthew and the Angel and the Martyrdom of St. Matthew.
Day 3
Tuesday, May 6, 2025
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Gallery visitPiazza del Popolo for a visit of the Cerasi chapel in the Basilica di Santa Maria del Popolo, showcasing two masterpieces by Carvaggio and one by Annibale Carracci : Crucifixion of St. Peter (Caravaggio), Conversion of Saint Paul (Caravaggio) and Assumption of the Virgin Mary (Carracci) |
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Gallery visitGalleria Borghese for a highlights visit of the collection with special focus on Caravaggio paintings, including "Boy with a Basket of Fruit" and "David with the Head of Goliath." |
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LunchEnjoy lunch at restaurant Santa Cristina al Quirinale. |
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Gallery visitContinue on a short walk to Palazzo Colonna for a guided tour of the spectacular Galleria, a true jewel of Roman Baroque. |
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RelaxAt the end of the visit, transfer back to the hotel. |
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Museum visitVisit to the Fondazione Memmo. |
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DinnerDinner at Michelen star restaurant Moma. |
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The painting is one of two regarding conversations the other the Conversion of Paul. The painting records the moment when Saul of Tarsus, on his way to Damascus to annihilate the Christian community there, is struck blind by a brilliant light and hears the voice of Christ saying, "Saul, Saul, why persecutest thou me?...And they that were with me saw indeed the light, and were afraid, but they heard not the voice..." (Acts 22:6-11). Elsewhere Paul claims to have seen Christ during a vision, and it is on this basis that he grounds his claim be recognised as an Apostle: "Have I not seen Jesus Christ our Lord?" (I Corinthians 9:1).
Day 4
Wednesday, May 7, 2025
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Private visitTake a short walk to Gagosian Gallery for a visit of the exhibition Richard Avedon Italian Days and a special behind the scenes visit of the private collection in their offices. |
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Museum visitConitute to MAXXI, for a visit of the exhibition on show The Large Glass. We will be accompanied by independent curator Manuela Annibali, who will give us insights of the Rome contemporary art scene. |
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LunchA lunch at a restaurant. |
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RestReturn to the hotel to relax until evening programming. |
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Museum collectionReconvene in the evening and depart to Palazzo Barberini for a guided tour of the Caravaggio exhibition, with art historian and Caravaggio specialist Sara Magister. |
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DinnerWe will enjoy dinner at Roscioli. |
Day 5
Thursday May 8, 2025
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MuseumGalleria Borghese, for a highlights visit of the collection with special focus on Caravaggio paintings, including "Boy with a Basket of Fruit" and "David with the Head of Goliath. |
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LunchWe will dine at Caffé delle Arti. |
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Studio or private collectionEnjoy behind-the-scenes visits to a private collection or artist studio. |
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Evening at leisureOpportunity to explore Rome at your leisure. |
Rome's National Gallery of Modern and Contemporary Art is located near Valle Giulia. It is the only national museum dedicated entirely to modern and contemporary art. It houses 20,000 works – paintings, drawings, sculptures and installations – and offers a great view on art starting from the 1800's to today.
Day 6
Friday May 9, 2025
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Private visitPalazzo Odescalchi for a special private visit of the first version of Caravaggio's Conversion of Saul with art historian and Caravaggio specialist Sara Magister. |
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Art GalleryPalazzo Colonna for a guided tour of the spectacular Galleria, a true jewel of Roman Baroque. |
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LunchWe will enjoy lunch at the Galleria. |
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Artist studiosVisit several Rome based artist studios. |
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Museum visitGuided tour of the Galleria Doria Pamphilij collection with art historian Sara Pietrantoni. |
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DinnerDrinks reception and dinner in a private room of the palace. |
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Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio's painting, The Conversion of Saint Paul, depicts the moment when St. Paul underwent a divine intervention and turned towards Christianity. The painting was commissioned for the Cerasi Chapel in Santa Maria del Popolo, a popular subject at that time in the Catholic Church.
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Artful will designArtful will design a trip specifically for your group to experience the art location. |
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Artful will designEach trip includes luxury accommodations and fine dining |
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Artful will designEnjoy behind-the-scenes visits to your chosen venues, ranging from museums to artist studios to collector homes |
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Artful will designReceive expert guidance with any art purchases |
Prices
- $10,750 per person in a double occupancy room
- $13,250 per person in a single occupancy room
Inclusions:
- Accommodations Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday
- Entry and expert-led tours to all museums, studies, galleries, and villas
- All meals and cocktail programs on Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
- All travel to studios, museums and exhibits from hotel
- All fees and gratuities, including baggage porter services
Exclusions:
- Breakfast is not included in the program
- Dinner is not included on Tuesday and Thursday
- Please note, flights, airport transfers to Rome is not provided with our programming
