Sicily’s 10 Must-See Contemporary Art Galleries

Francesco Pantaleone Arte Contemporanea (FPAC) can be defined as the pioneer of contemporary art in Sicily, and any excursion to the island’s galleries should start from his space in Palermo. When the gallery first opened, its objective was to create a space for contemporary art in Sicily and raise the island’s profile in the international art market. Nowadays, with a dense and exciting program of group and solo exhibitions and events, the gallery has firmly established itself on the national and international scene. Constantly showcasing the works of remarkable artists like Per Barclay, renowned for his oil rooms, Julieta Arlada and her photography, and the American-Italian duo Lovett/Codagnone, FPAC also features Project Wall, a space specifically dedicated to new and emerging artists.

Nuvole Incontri d’Arte was founded with the aim of fostering a wider appreciation and understanding of contemporary art in the rione Monte di Pietà, one of the historic quarters in the centre of Palermo. The association was founded by a group of artists in 1996, and is based in Palazzo San Vincenzo, just a few steps away from Palermo cathedral. As the gallery’s mission is to draw the local public closer to various forms of cultural expression, the art space combines exhibitions with a rich program of events and educational activities aimed at children and young people. The mix of Italian and international artistry that has been on display at the gallery includes names like Francesco Balsamo and Rita Casdia.