Accademia delle Arti del Disegno

The Accademia delle Arti del Disegno in Florence is a historic academy founded in 1563, dedicated to the study and promotion of drawing and the fine arts. The institution hosts a wide range of cultural programming including exhibitions, conferences, concerts, and multidisciplinary artistic events at its premises near Orsanmichele. It remains one of the oldest and most prestigious arts academies in the world.