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GAM - Galleria Civica d'Arte Moderna e Contemporanea

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The GAM – Galleria Civica d’Arte Moderna e Contemporanea in Turin is Italy’s oldest public museum devoted to modern art, founded in 1863 and today home to one of the country’s richest collections. Its vast holdings span more than 47,000 works, from 19th‑century painting and sculpture to the great movements of the 20th century, including Divisionism, Futurism, Abstractionism, Pop Art and Arte PoveraTurismo Torino. Masterpieces by Balla, Boccioni, De Chirico, Klee, Ernst and Dix trace the evolution of European creativity, while contemporary installations, photography and video art reflect the museum’s ongoing commitment to experimentation. Housed in a modernist building in Via Magenta, the GAM combines permanent collections with major temporary exhibitions, educational programmes and research initiatives that keep it at the centre of Turin’s cultural life. Its dynamic approach makes it an essential destination for anyone exploring the city’s artistic identity.

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Location

GAM - Galleria Civica d'Arte Moderna e Contemporanea is located at Via Magenta 31 in the elegant Crocetta district of Turin, Italy. Housed in a modern building designed by architects Carlo Bassi and Goffredo Boschetti, it sits amid tree-lined streets with Liberty-style villas and residential charm. Nearby attractions include the vibrant Borgo Crocetta market area with cafes and boutiques, a short walk to the Egyptian Museum along Corso Matteotti, and Parco del Valentino's green spaces to the south, all accessible by tram from Porta Nuova station.

GAM - Galleria Civica d'Arte Moderna e Contemporanea

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