The Casorella Museum offers guided tours to discover the City of Locarno’s Art Collections, particularly the “Galassia Arp” and the paintings of Filippo Franzoni.

Duration: 1 hour
Cost: CHF 190.– (Italian); CHF 220.– (German, French, English)
Languages: Italian/German/French/English

The birth of the collections of the City of Locarno and Galassia Arp

Discover the charm of modern art and the extraordinary contribution of Jean Arp and his wife Marguerite to the city of Locarno on this unique guided tour.

Guided tour
Our journey begins with a journey into the history of the birth of the Art Collections of the City of Locarno. We will tell you how, in 1965, Jean Arp and his wife Marguerite generously donated a precious collection of works of art, laying the foundations for one of the most important collections in the region.

The visit continues with the exploration of the exhibition dedicated to the Alsatian artist, where you can admire a selection of his most significant works. We will explore the importance of Jean Arp not only as an artist, but also as a collector, examining how his choices and passions influenced the art scene of the last century.

Finally, we will enter the world of “Galassia Arp”, an exhibition that highlights the different artistic avant-gardes of the 20th century. We will discover Arp’s crucial role in supporting and promoting innovative artistic movements and his interaction with other great artists of the time.

What to expect:

  • A fascinating journey into the history of the Locarno Art Collections.
  • An in-depth overview of Jean Arp and Marguerite’s donation.
  • A detailed visit to the works of Jean Arp, with a focus on his importance as a collector.
  • The exploration of the artistic avant-garde of the 20th century through the “Galassia Arp” exhibition.

Duration: 3 hours
Cost: CHF 500.–
Languages: Italian

The places of Filippo Franzoni

A fascinating guided tour that will take you to discover the works of Filippo Franzoni, Locarno’s most famous artist, and the landscapes that inspired his art.

Guided tour
The visit begins with an immersion in the works of Filippo Franzoni, the best-known Locarno artist. Through a visual story, we will explore the exhibition which unfolds among the wonderful landscapes painted by Franzoni over the years. Each painting tells a story and reveals the artist’s intense bond with the Locarno area.

After admiring the works inside the museum, the guided tour continues outside, towards some of the real places that Franzoni immortalized in his paintings. We will walk among the nature that inspired the artist’s brush, immersing ourselves in the same scenarios that fascinated him. Along the way, we will listen to fascinating stories that blend past and present, discovering how places and landscapes influenced Franzoni’s work.

What to expect:

  • An engaging journey through the works of Filippo Franzoni, exploring the landscapes of the Locarno area through his eyes.
  • A visual experience that transforms the exhibition into an exciting story, revealing the profound bond between the artist and his territory.
  • A guided walk in the real places painted by Franzoni, to experience firsthand the nature that inspired his works.
  • Fascinating stories that connect the past to the present, enriching the understanding of the works and places represented.

Duration: 1 hour
Cost: CHF 190.– (Italian); CHF 220.– (French, English)
Languages: Italian/French/English

The women of Galassia Arp

A fascinating journey through the stories of the great artists who have marked the history of modern art. This guided tour will take you through a web of compelling narratives, celebrating the female voices that have left an indelible mark on art.

Guided tour
The visit begins with an immersion in the works of Filippo Franzoni, the best-known Locarno artist. Through a visual story, we will explore the exhibition which unfolds among the wonderful landscapes painted by Franzoni over the years. Each painting tells a story and reveals the artist’s intense bond with the Locarno area.

After admiring the works inside the museum, the guided tour continues outside, towards some of the real places that Franzoni immortalized in his paintings. We will walk among the nature that inspired the artist’s brush, immersing ourselves in the same scenarios that fascinated him. Along the way, we will listen to fascinating stories that blend past and present, discovering how places and landscapes influenced Franzoni’s work.

What to expect:

  • A narrative journey that intertwines the stories of the women of “Galassia Arp” with those of other artists indirectly connected to the exhibition.
  • An exploration of the lives and works of Sophie Taeuber-Arp, Sonia Delaunay and Meret Oppenheim, with a focus on their unique contributions to modern art.
  • A celebration of the challenges overcome and successes achieved by these female artists, who worked alongside their male colleagues.
  • An opportunity to understand the importance of female voices in the evolution of 20th century art.

Duration: 1 hour
Cost: CHF 190.– (Italian); CHF 220.– (French, English)
Languages: Italian/French/English

Nature at the Museo Casorella

A fascinating journey into the world of nature and art at the Casorella Museum. This guided tour offers a unique immersion in different interpretations of nature, such as that seen through the eyes of Jean Arp, Filippo Franzoni, Johannes Itten and other international artists exhibited in the “Galassia Arp” exhibition.

Guided tour
Our journey begins with an exploration of the works of Jean Arp, where we will discover how the artist drew inspiration from nature to create biomorphic and organic forms. Arp saw nature as a source of inspiration from which to draw for the creation of innovative artistic forms.

We will continue with an analysis of the “Galassia Arp” exhibition, where we will examine how several international artists have interpreted nature in their works. For example, Johannes Itten integrated geometric rigor and the colors of nature into one of the exhibited works. We will see how each artist has a unique vision of nature, reflecting their different experiences and artistic sensibilities.

Finally, we will move towards the Locarno landscapes painted by Filippo Franzoni. The nature of the Locarno area, with its suggestive views and its unique atmospheres, deeply inspired Franzoni. Through his paintings, we will explore how the artist captured the essence of local landscapes, transforming them into masterpieces that celebrate natural beauty.

What to expect:

  • An immersion in the different interpretations of nature through the works of Jean Arp and Filippo Franzoni.
  • An analysis of Arp’s biomorphic and organic forms, born from his deep connection with nature.
  • An exploration of the visions of nature of several international artists exhibited in “Galassia Arp”, with particular attention to the work of Johannes Itten.
  • A journey through the Locarno landscapes painted by Franzoni, to understand how the nature of the Locarno area inspired his creations.