Modern Art Gallery Sant'Anna, also known as GAM, is in Palermo’s Kalsa district, inside the Sant’Anna alla Misericordia complex. Its collection spans more than 200 paintings and sculptures, arranged across 14 thematic routes from Romanticism to Italian and Sicilian art of the 20th century. Look for works by Francesco Lojacono, Giorgio De Chirico and Renato Guttuso, then take time to notice the gallery’s blend of historic architecture and bright, spacious rooms. The museum also has an art bookshop and gift shop.
The collection and its artists
The gallery presents more than 200 works in 14 thematic routes. Paintings and sculptures trace artistic movements from Romanticism to the Italian and Sicilian twentieth century.
Among the artists represented are Francesco Lojacono, Giorgio De Chirico, Giovanni Boldini and Renato Guttuso. The collection brings together local work with Italian and international art. Its range includes landscapes, portraits and sculpture.
The Sant’Anna complex
GAM has occupied the monumental Sant’Anna alla Misericordia complex since 2006, in Palermo’s Kalsa district. The museum’s setting combines a former Baroque cloister with Palazzo Bonet, a building with Catalan Gothic architecture.
Inside, spacious rooms and carefully directed lighting help visitors look closely at the paintings and sculptures. The gallery also has an art bookshop and gift shop, with books and reproductions among the items available.
Perguntas frequentes
Where is Modern Art Gallery Sant'Anna?
It is at Via Sant’Anna, 21, in Palermo’s Kalsa district.
What can you see at the gallery?
The collection includes more than 200 paintings and sculptures arranged in 14 thematic routes, with works by artists such as Francesco Lojacono, Giorgio De Chirico, Giovanni Boldini and Renato Guttuso.
Is the gallery accessible?
The gallery has ramps and a lift to the upper floors.
Do you need to book tickets in advance?
The gallery recommends getting tickets in advance. Admission is paid.
