National Museum of Italian Emigration Foundation

Since May 11, 2022, the Commenda di San Giovanni di Prè in Genoa has been home to the MEI, the National Museum of Italian Emigration, a multimedia museum dedicated to the story of Italian migration to the world. The exhibition unfolds through 16 areas that retrace the history of migration from the unification of Italy to the contemporary era. At the MEI, the life stories of those who led the emigration process come together. Documents from state and local institutions, archives, museums, and emigrant associations come together to create a single narrative, showcasing the phenomenon of migration in its many facets.

Opening period

June 1st - September 30th: Tuesday to Friday 11:00 am - 6:00 pm and Saturday to Sunday 11:00 am - 7:00 pm & October 1st - May 31st: Tuesday to Friday 10:00 am - 6:00 pm and Saturday to Sunday 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

Opening hours

Tuesday to Friday 11:00-18:00 (October - May early opening at 10:00) Saturday - Sunday 11:00-19:00 *Monday closed

Number of participants

Fares

Full price: €7.00 - Reduced price: €5.00 - Families: €16.00 - Schools: €5.00

*Pets allowed only guide dogs and small dogs/cats in appropriate carriers.

Contact

The reserved advantage

MEI offers travelers interested in root tourism a discounted entrance ticket of 5 euros.

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