Desio recounts Pius XI
Pius XI in Desio: an exhibition that combines history and technology – When it comes to historical exhibitions, the risk is always the same: interesting content … but presented in an uninvolving way. Instead, the exhibition “I will build the house of peace,” dedicated to Pope Pius XI, tries to completely overturn this pattern. And, apparently, he succeeds.
👉 F uture – September 18, 2025
A different way of recounting a Pope – Set up at Villa Tittoni, the exhibition offers a multimedia journey that takes visitors inside the life and thought of Pius XI. It is not just about “looking” at objects or reading panels, but entering a narrative made up of images, sounds and digital content that make everything more immediate. As Avvenire recounts, the project was born precisely with the idea of making a complex historical figure accessible to all, using tools capable of speaking to new generations as well.
👉 TheDay – November 3, 2025
Between documents, installations and immersive environments – One of the most interesting aspects of the exhibition is the variety of content. It moves from historical materials to multimedia installations, in a journey that alternates between more informative and more emotional moments. This mix helps keep attention and makes for a smooth visit. The Day also highlights how the display is designed to engage a wide audience, not only scholars or enthusiasts, but also the curious and families.
Context matters: Desio and the origins of Pius XI – Visiting this exhibition in Desio has an added value. In fact, Pope Pius XI was born here, and the entire exhibition is set in a territorial context that makes the experience more authentic. It is not only an exhibition “about” Pius XI, but also a way to rediscover his roots. This exhibition shows that one can tell the story effectively even today, without sacrificing depth but changing the language. And perhaps that is precisely the strength: to make a figure like Pope Pius XI relevant without distorting him.
