Le Ciminiere is a museum and exhibition complex in Catania, Sicily, set inside a former sulphur refinery. Its steel, brick and stone buildings retain an industrial character, and the site sits far enough from the main thoroughfare to feel quiet. You can visit the Museum of History, the Museum of Cinema and the Museo Storico dello Sbarco in Sicilia, 1943, which examines the effects of war on civilians. Allow time to explore more than one museum, and check whether exhibition information is available in English.
Museums inside the former refinery
Le Ciminiere brings several museums together in a converted industrial complex. The Museum of History and the Museum of Cinema are among its main stops. The Museo Storico dello Sbarco in Sicilia, 1943, presents the Allied landing through the death, destruction and hardship experienced by civilians. One visit to this museum can take half a day; check which parts of its exhibition are open when you go.
Understanding the exhibitions
Some exhibition information is limited in English. If you want more context as you walk through, look up the subjects in advance or use a translation tool. The complex is also used for exhibitions and events, so the experience can vary depending on what is taking place.
Perguntas frequentes
What is Le Ciminiere?
It is a museum and exhibition complex in Catania, housed in a former sulphur refinery.
Which museums can you visit at Le Ciminiere?
The complex includes the Museum of History, the Museum of Cinema and the Museo Storico dello Sbarco in Sicilia, 1943.
Is there information in English?
English information in the exhibitions can be limited. Researching in advance or using a translation tool can help.
