The Montemartini thermoelectric power plant is one of the most original exhibition spaces in Rome; a place where evidence of times gone by and modern remains coexist and complement each other. Rome’s first public electric power plant, in operation between 1912 and the mid-sixties, was converted into an exhibition space. In 1997, during the renovation of the Musei Capitolini, the plant was chosen to temporarily exhibit works from the collections housed in the Capitoline complex; the huge success of the experiment, unique of its kind, led to the exhibition becoming permanent. In November 2016, the museum opened a new exhibition hall that houses the carriages of Pope Pius IX’s train. The unique and fascinating spaces contribute to making private events held here even more exclusive and special.
The museum is available to hire after normal opening hours, for: - exclusive educational visits (max 200 people); - private events in the Machinery Room (max 110 people sitting); - presentations, conventions in the Machinery Room (max 130 people sitting - Monday only); - private events on the mezzanine floor of the Boiler Room (max 100 people standing/70 sitting).