The ADSI National Day, now in its 16th edition, to be held on Sunday, 24 May 2026, represents one of the most significant and defining moments in the life of our Association.
The free opening of historic residences to the public is not merely an act of generosity, but an expression of cultural and civic responsibility. It is through this concrete act of sharing that we can demonstrate, through actions, the irreplaceable role played by private owners in the protection, conservation, and enhancement of a fundamental part of our country’s historical and artistic heritage.
In a context in which knowledge of heritage is an essential condition for its preservation, the participation of members takes on a strategic value: opening one’s residence means raising awareness, strengthening relationships with the local community and with institutions, and making visible the daily—often silent—commitment that each of us undertakes to keep these extraordinary assets alive.
The success of the National Day largely depends on the strong and committed participation of members. Every residence opened helps to build a powerful and unified message: historic homes are not merely a legacy of the past, but a living resource for the present and for the future.
I therefore invite you to participate in large numbers by opening your residences free of charge, even if only for part of the day, so that the 16th edition of the ADSI National Day may once again confirm itself as an event of great cultural significance and strong public impact.
Compared to previous years, we ask you to confirm your participation as early as possible, as broad and prompt participation is an essential requirement to ensure appropriate media coverage of the initiative and to support effective communication in local and national press, as well as on major television networks.
You will find in this communication the form to be completed https://forms.gle/JmDN1KqA7qMvRT5G8
Confident in your sensitivity and sense of belonging to the Association, I thank you in advance for your valued contribution.
Maria della Pace Odescalchi
National President
Associazione Dimore Storiche Italiane (A.D.S.I.)
