Casa Natale di Luigi Pirandello e Tomba is a small museum in the writer’s birth house in the countryside near Agrigento. The elegant villa presents family photographs, original manuscripts and displays about Pirandello’s life and writing, with quotations from his work on the walls. A path through the grounds leads to his gravestone, set beside a view of the sea. Check whether the tomb is accessible before setting out, as access has sometimes been closed.
Inside Pirandello’s birth house
The museum occupies the villa where Luigi Pirandello was born, in the countryside near Agrigento. Its displays focus on his life and literary work. Family photographs give a glimpse of his personal world, while original manuscripts include material connected with his plays and short stories.
Quotations from Pirandello’s writing appear throughout the house. A poem is also displayed, despite his better-known work as a playwright, novelist and short-story writer. The rooms offer a compact introduction to the writer and his work.
The path to the gravestone
A path through the grounds leads to Pirandello’s gravestone, with a view of the sea along the way. The tomb has not always been accessible, so check its status before visiting. The grounds and the house together make it possible to connect the place of his birth with his final resting place.
FAQ
Where is Pirandello’s birth house?
It is in the countryside near Agrigento, Sicily. The address is 92100 Agrigento AG, Italy.
What can you see inside the museum?
Displays cover Pirandello’s life and work, with family photographs, original manuscripts and quotations from his writing.
Can you visit Pirandello’s tomb?
A path leads to his gravestone, but access has sometimes been closed. Check before your visit.
Is the site wheelchair accessible?
The site has a wheelchair-accessible entrance, restroom and parking. Ask about access to specific areas, including the tomb.
