Loris Malaguzzi International Centre

In the heart of Reggio Emilia’s northern district, a short walk from the railway station and in the lively neighbourhood of Santa Croce, lies an area of great historical and cultural significance.
It was here, at the beginning of the 20th century, that the city’s first industrial area was established, a symbol of development and modernity.

Among the most iconic buildings is the former Locatelli industrial complex, a fine example of 1920s industrial architecture.
This historic site, linked to one of Reggio Emilia’s most beloved and iconic brands, was subsequently acquired by the municipality and transformed into a space dedicated to the future: the International Centre for Children’s Culture and Creativity.

Opened in February 2006, the complex covers an area of approximately 12,000 square metres and houses numerous spaces dedicated to creativity and learning:

• workshops and educational spaces
• exhibition areas for permanent and temporary exhibitions
• spaces for training, research and documentation
• rooms for meetings, gatherings and conferences
• café-restaurant
• a nursery school and a primary school
• the Reggio Children headquarters

A place that represents an extraordinary opportunity for urban regeneration, capable of combining historical memory, pedagogical innovation and cultural vibrancy, making it an unmissable stop for anyone visiting Reggio Emilia.

Guided tours

Guided tour of the Centre

A guided tour of the Loris Malaguzzi International Centre for an introduction to the Reggio Emilia Approach®. Teachers, educators, students and anyone with an interest will be guided through the Centre’s various workshops – light, digital, graphic design, paper and clay – where different languages intertwine, and will be able to visit the exhibitions, which stem from research projects carried out with nurseries and schools in the Municipality of Reggio Emilia.

WHEN
Monday to Friday

DURATION
1 hour

PARTICIPANTS
Minimum 10

COST
€ 10.00 per person

A Day at the Centre

An introductory session designed for teachers, educators, professionals, educationalists, students and anyone with an interest in learning more about the Reggio Emilia Approach®.

WHEN
Monday to Friday

DURATION
10:00 am to 4:00 pm

PARTICIPANTS
Minimum 10 - maximum 60

COST
€ 70.00 per person (including interpreting service)
€ 60.00 per person (without interpreting)

Note: If the group is accompanied by its own Professional Interpreter, the interpreting service will also be available to any additional participants at no extra cost
Lunch: it is available at the restaurant of the International Centre, Pause–Atelier of Tastes (lunch is not included in the participation fee).

Choose and book your visit

One Sunday a month from September to May, the Loris Malaguzzi International Centre is open to children and families, teachers, educators, students and anyone with an interest, offering a kaleidoscope of activities including guided tours, workshops, explorations, storytelling, play and fun.
For information and the programme, visit the Reggio Children website