Municipal Library Alessandro Cialdi

The Library of Civitavecchia was born in the 19th century from the suppression of religious congregations.

The initial book heritage also included texts dating back to the 1500s.
Thanks to donations from illustrious citizens such as Alessandro Cialdi, from whom the library takes its name, and Carlo Calisse, the heritage has been enriched with numerous volumes of considerable importance. During the Second World War, in an attempt to avoid their destruction, the books were transported to various premises. Only later in 1965 was the headquarters in Lungoporto Gramsci inaugurated.
The heritage, updated and increased over the years, has found its place since October 2003 in the new headquarters in Piazza Calamatta, in the premises of the former civic hospital.

VISIT ROUTE IN BRIEF
It is possible to stop in 2 study rooms, visit the rooms upon request at the counter.
By virtue of the twinning with the Japanese city of Ishinomaki, there are many texts on Japanese culture and authors in the catalogue.
It is possible to consult a newspaper library with local news-

NOT TO BE MISSED
Upstairs in the Historical Archive there is a local section of texts concerning the territory.
Facsimile copies of the manuscripts:
The Charter of Sailing
Donato's grammar
The Medici/Rothschild Book of Hours

Memorabilia:
The beard and mustache of Giuseppe Garibaldi