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It is located in Piazza San Marco, on the first floor of the “Procuratie Nuove”.  

It recounts the history of the island of Torcello and its relations with Venice and the hinterland. It is located, in what was the two palaces of the Archives and of the Council.

The home of industrialist Vittorio Cini was converted in 1984; into a museum, housing his private art collection. 

It stands next to the Old German Synagogue in the Campo di Ghetto Nuovo; in the Cannaregio district of Venice.

. Established at the end of the 19th century and recently extended, it is located inside the Basilica di San Marco. 

It has its main aim to promote the work of Venetian artist, Emilio Vedova, is located on the Zattere.

It offers a tribute to “liuteria”; the Italian art and craft of stringed instrument-making; that has contributed to the greatness of Italian culture.

Founded in 1919, it is located close to the Arsenale; in one of the old granaries of Venice. 

Once home to the important and powerful Mocenigo family; it now houses the Museum of Textiles and Costumes.