Conferences, concerts, exhibitions, study days, guided tours, and special openings of Franciscan sites: join us on this journey filled with culture and spirituality.
“Francis longed to possess
the wisdom that is better than gold.”
Tommaso da Celano
Churches and places
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Cultural Institutes
Centers dedicated to the conservation and enhancement of the Franciscan heritage.
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Pastoral with art
Spiritual paths where art becomes a vehicle of faith and contemplation.
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1181
Birth of Saint Francis
Francis was born in Assisi into a wealthy family and, after a youth devoted to studies and artistic pursuits, he took up a career in trade, following in his father’s footsteps.
1221
Birth of Saint Anthony of Padova
Anthony, baptized with the name Fernando, was born in Lisbon in Portugal.
1223
The journey of Francis
After leaving his family, Francis, together with some companions, embarked on a Gospel‑based way of life founded on humility, poverty and brotherhood, dedicating himself to those in need and spreading Christ’s message.
1227
The first Province
The Order grew rapidly and expanded into various regions of Italy and Europe. Francis established the first Province in northern Italy.
1231
Saint Anthony of Padova joins the Franciscan Order
Originally a member of the Order of Canons Regular of Saint Augustine, Fernando de Buglione entered the Franciscan Order after hearing of the martyrdom of five friars in Morocco and changed his name to Anthony.
1232
Anthony as Minister Friar
Anthony (Lisbon 1195 – Padova 1231) was Minister of the first Province of northern Italy.
2013
Birth of the Italian Province of Saint Anthony of Padova
The Italian Province of Saint Anthony of Padova was established, bringing together the pre‑existing Padovana Province of Saint Anthony and Bolognese Province of Saint Anthony. This represents a return to the origins, restoring the structure of the 1217 Province as desired by Francis himself.