Friends of The Uffizi

friends-of-the-uffizi.pngThe Friends of The Uffizi (or Amici Degli Uffizi in Italian) is a non-profit group founded in 1993 to support the museum after the terrorist bombing that damaged parts of the Gallery and some of its great artworks (details).

A lesser known fact is that by supporting the association, you can get free admission to a whole host of Florence's greatest museums, as well as not having to make reservations at the Uffizi or Accademia, or waiting in line.

The family membership is the best value - especially if you are spending several days in Florence and want to visit several museums.

Latest Uffizi News

Tribuna Restored
As part of the years long process called the "Nuovi Uffizi" the Tribuna, the late 16th century octogonal parlor by Buontalenti built for Francesco I de' Medici as a gallery,…

The Grand Prince Ferdinando De' Medici, Collector & Patron Of The Arts
To mark the 300th anniversary of the death of Grand Prince Ferdinando de' Medici (1663-1713), the Galleria degli Uffizi is planning to devote a celebratory exhibition to this key…

Florence to commemorate 1993 Uffizi bombing this Sunday
This coming Sunday will mark the 20th anniversary of the Uffizi bombing. The city and the museum will commemorate this event and pay respect to the five people who died…