Risorgimento Museum
About This Museum
Tucked away within the formidable walls of the Fortezza d'Arborea in Sanluri, this museum is a hidden gem for anyone fascinated by Italy's turbulent 19th-century unification. It feels less like a sterile gallery and more like stepping directly into the past, where you can almost hear the echoes of Garibaldi's soldiers. The collection is intensely personal, filled with letters, uniforms, and weapons that tell individual stories of struggle and hope. You leave with a profound sense of how this national movement was fought for and won by real people.
Collection Highlights
One of the most gripping exhibits is the original battle standard from the Battle of Sanluri in 1409, a powerful symbol connecting to a much deeper local history. Alongside it, you'll find General Nino Villa Santa's personal maps and correspondence, which provide an intimate look at military strategy. Don't miss the display of 'red shirt' Garibaldian uniforms, faded but still vibrant with revolutionary spirit.
Visitor Information
Finding it is part of the adventure—it's located right inside the still-imposing medieval castle in Sanluri. Since it's a smaller museum, you can take your time without feeling rushed, but do check local listings for opening hours as they can be seasonal.
Architecture & Building
The museum is housed within the robust, stone-built Fortezza d'Arborea, a classic example of a medieval Sardinian castle with its imposing keep and defensive ramparts that have dominated the landscape for centuries.
Contact & Location
Address: Museo del Risorgimento, 23, Via Borgonuovo, Cerchia dei Navigli, Municipio 1, Milano, Lombardia, 20121, Italia
Phone: +39 070 930 7105
