Aerovita. Futurist Aeropainting and Gianni Caproni: Machine, Aesthetics and Myth

About the event

Aerovita explores the relationship between futurist aeropainting and the myth of flight tied to Gianni Caproni, a pioneer of Italian aviation born in Arco. The exhibition marks the 140th anniversary of his birth and the 70th of his death.

More than fifty works from major Italian collections are on display, by leading figures of Futurism including Balla, Depero, Tato, Fillia and Benedetta Cappa Marinetti, alongside material documenting Caproni's vision and legacy.

The show is organised in five thematic sections that trace aviation achievements, new visual perspectives and increasingly abstract artistic interpretations, from images of life on the aerial front to more visionary, cosmic imagery.

It is also a tribute to one of Arco's most illustrious sons and his passion for flight and art.

Expected weather

Forecast for Sunday, 27 September 2026 in Arco: sunny, 25° by day and 15° at night, 0% chance of rain.

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Getting to Arco

Leave the A22 at Rovereto Sud/Lago di Garda Nord and follow the SS240 towards Riva, turning off for Arco; from the north you can also exit at Trento Nord and drive down the Sarca valley on the SS45bis. The nearest station is Rovereto, with Trentino Trasporti buses to Arco, Riva and Torbole. The Sarca cycle path runs from Arco to the lake at Torbole.

Parking: The Caneve car park is the usual starting point for the Sarca cycle path to Torbole; the Carmellini car park is another common base for rides and walks.

About Arco

Arco lies a few kilometres inland from Riva, where the Sarca valley widens and a limestone crag topped by the Castello di Arco rises above olive groves.

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