A Venezia sta per aprire una nuova libreria d’arte e cultura sperimentale e indipendente
Rupture Arts & Books is set to open a new experimental art bookstore and cultural hub in Venice’s Santa Croce district on April 29, 2026. Moving from its previous Giudecca location to the city’s "museum quarter" near Fondazione Prada, the space will function as more than a retail outlet, incorporating an independent publishing house, a record label, and a podcast production studio. Founded by Alexandre Sap and Anne-Marie Gaultier, the project aims to redefine the contemporary reading space through a multidisciplinary approach.
This opening addresses a notable void in the Santa Croce area, which despite its high density of cultural institutions, lacked a dedicated art bookstore. As part of the broader "La Repubblica Mediterranea dei Libri" network—which spans Paris, Marseille, and Tangier—the Venice outpost emphasizes a philosophy of "slowness" and local integration. By fostering international dialogue and supporting independent media, Rupture positions itself as a vital node for the Mediterranean’s creative community and a strategic addition to Venice's permanent cultural infrastructure.