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Contesto Festival
location_onEmpoli, Firenze e Chianti
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Date
September 18 – September 20, 2026
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Free
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Everyone
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Empoli is preparing to host the second edition of Contesto, a contemporary history festival that transforms the squares of the historic centre into open-air classrooms. Directed by Carlo Greppi, the festival proposes an innovative approach to historical storytelling, placing at its core the biographies and perspectives that have shaped the last two centuries. An opportunity to discover how grand history intertwines with individual stories, often forgotten or marginalized in major collective narratives. From 18 to 20 September 2026, historians of different generations will take turns offering rigorous, inclusive, and participatory public storytelling. This edition's theme, ‹History in Profile›, invites the audience to look at history from a fresh perspective—through the eyes of the people who built it day by day, from the most renowned figures to those who remained in the shadows. A festival that combines scientific rigor with accessibility, transforming historical research into a vibrant and engaging spectacle. Among the prominent guests is writer Pankaj Mishra, who will engage in dialogue with Paolo Di Paolo on pressing global issues such as the world after Gaza. A unique opportunity to reflect on how contemporary history continues to unfold before our eyes, and why understanding the recent past is essential for navigating the present.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Contesto Festival take place?expand_more
The festival runs from 18 to 20 September 2026 in Empoli, with events distributed across the squares of the historic centre.
Who directs Contesto Festival?expand_more
The festival is directed by Carlo Greppi, a historian and prominent science communicator specializing in contemporary history.
What is the theme of this second edition?expand_more
The theme is ‹History in Profile›, which emphasizes the biographies and perspectives that have characterized the last two centuries, alongside major historical events.
Who are the main guests?expand_more
Among the guests is writer Pankaj Mishra, who will participate in a dialogue with Paolo Di Paolo on the world after Gaza, alongside historians of different generations.
Where are the events held?expand_more
Events take place across the squares of Empoli's historic centre, transforming public spaces into venues for historical storytelling.
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