A Pietrasanta, a new cultural hub is set to open thanks to the patronage of the newly established Fondazione LMDV, founded by entrepreneur Leonardo Maria Del Vecchio (son of Leonardo Del Vecchio, founder of EssilorLuxottica). The project will revitalize the former municipal palace, housing the city's historical archive museum and the expanded municipal library. The initiative was presented by Mayor Alberto Stefano Giannetti, who discussed the hub's role in connecting culture with community needs, alongside other Fondazione LMDV social projects such as housing for the elderly and families, and job training for vulnerable people.
This project matters because it reinforces Pietrasanta's identity as an international art city while addressing local needs for revitalized public spaces and cultural infrastructure. By partnering with a private foundation, the municipality gains not only funding but also strategic expertise, setting a model for public-private collaboration in cultural development. The hub aims to blend historical memory with contemporary creativity, serving as a dynamic social infrastructure that fosters participation, inclusion, and community cohesion.