# Sant’Ivo alla Sapienza restoration and reopening

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/santivo-alla-sapienza-restoration-and-reopening
> Updated: 2026-10-30T03:14:28.000Z. Sources: 9. Developments: 2.

The Church of Sant’Ivo alla Sapienza in Rome, a Baroque masterpiece designed by Francesco Borromini, has reopened to the public following an extensive restoration project. The work was managed by the Soprintendenza Speciale di Roma and funded through PNRR Caput Mundi funds.

The restoration focused on recovering the original aesthetic intended by Borromini, specifically highlighting various shades of white in the interior to enhance the depth and movement of the stucco work. The site, which houses the State Archives of Rome and the Biblioteca Alessandrina, is noted for its unique geometric design and spiral lantern.

As part of the ‘Aperti per voi’ project, the church is open for free visits from Monday to Friday, between 9:30 am and 1:30 pm. Tours are facilitated by volunteers from the Touring Club Italiano in collaboration with the State Archives of Rome and the Diocese of Rome.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-30: Sant'Ivo alla Sapienza church to reopen in Rome

The Church of Sant'Ivo alla Sapienza in Rome will reopen on October 27, 2026, following restoration works funded by the PNRR.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/santivo-alla-sapienza-church-to-reopen-in-rome

### 2026-10-27: Sant’Ivo alla Sapienza reopens to the public in Rome

Francesco Borromini’s Baroque masterpiece, Sant’Ivo alla Sapienza, has reopened to the public in Rome following a major restoration of its historic interior.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/santivo-alla-sapienza-reopens-to-the-public-in-rome

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