Fondazione Dries Van Noten Opens in Historic Venice

Summary

• The Fondazione Dries Van Noten will open in April 2026 within the historic Palazzo Pisani Moretta in Venice, co-founded by Dries Van Noten and Patrick Vangheluwe

• The mission is to establish a new cultural landmark that celebrates craft and innovation, serving as a dynamic hub for dialogues between artisans, artists, and international creativity

• The institution will offer year-round programming, including presentations, residencies, and educational initiatives to support and empower young talent and carry forward creative traditions through reinvention

In April 2026, the venerable city of Venice will welcome a major new cultural institution: the Fondazione Dries Van Noten. Co-founded by designer Dries Van Noten and Patrick Vangheluwe, the Fondazione is set within the magnificent Palazzo Pisani Moretta (San Polo, 2766), merging the city’s profound history of craftsmanship with a commitment to contemporary creative expression.

Rooted in the belief that craft is an act of cultural identity—shaping meaning through material and gesture—the Fondazione transforms the centuries-old palazzo into a dynamic artistic landmark. It is envisioned as a living, evolving hub where traditions are not merely preserved, but are continually reinvented through new dialogues between international creativity, local talent, and artisanal mastery.

The institution’s core mission is to celebrate the human dimension of creation, nurturing makers, artists, designers, and young talents. Throughout the year, the Fondazione will host a diverse array of programs, including presentations, collaborative projects, residencies, and educational initiatives aimed at empowering future generations of creatives. By building connections across disciplines and Venice’s cultural network, the Fondazione Dries Van Noten aims to generate new visions and opportunities for the city through the enduring power of art and beauty.

Palazzo Pisani Moretta
San Polo, 2766
30125
Venezia VE