Commemorating 60 Years of Art, Resilience & Stewardship in Florence, Italy.
EXPLORE THE 2026 FESTIVALSplendor of Florence is an international cultural initiative dedicated to preserving Renaissance heritage and fostering transatlantic diplomacy. For over two decades, we have curated landmark civic festivals, master artisan showcases, and live performances—bringing Florentine art, music, and traditions directly to major American cities.
"Splendor of Florence was born out of a passion for preserving Italian craftsmanship and sharing it with the world. Our mission has always been to build real bridges between cultures—bringing master artisans, world-class musicians, and rare historical treasures across the Atlantic to inspire new generations."
Quarter century of transatlantic cultural stewardship.
Florence, Providence, Philadelphia, and New York.
Rising from the Arno: 60 Years of Resilience in Florence.
A landmark dual-city initiative connecting Providence and Florence through climate action, shared flood histories, and urban water stewardship.
Watch archival highlight films and original footage from our inaugural Splendor of Florence festivals in 1999, 2001, and 2004.
Deep dives into Italian cultural concepts, artisan profiles, and transatlantic historical stories from our curatorial team.
Exploring Italy’s distinctive cultural concept of colpo d'aria—literally, a "hit of air"—and its lingering influence on everyday life
The year was 1966. How American college students became key figures in rescuing Florence’s flooded archives.
Reflecting on Providence’s 1954 flood history and the shared transatlantic urgency of urban water stewardship.