A case of Covid at the National Archaeological Museum of Abruzzo: closed museum


The Villa Frigerj National Archaeological Museum in Chieti closes due to a case of Covid-19 among staff.

The Abruzzo National Archaeological Museum at Villa Frigerj in Chieti has been closed due to a case of Covid-19 among staff. This was announced by Abruzzo’s acting regional director of museums, Mariastella Margozzi. The museum had reopened on Feb. 1. At the moment, the Directorate is taking immediate steps to sanitize the environments of both the Villa Frigerj Museum and the National Archaeological Museum “La Civtella” in Chieti. Staff on duty at the museums will be placed on telework or on call.

Those who believe they have come in contact with the Covid-19 positive person will have to contact their primary care physician to notify the relevant ASL of the contact and proceed with the request for a molecular swab, in addition to placing themselves in quarantine. In addition, in view of the order of the president of the Regional Council No. 6 of 10/02/2021, which provides for the prohibition of entry and exit in and from the municipality of Pescara, except in cases proven by work requirements, situations of necessity or health reasons, the closure, as a precautionary measure, of the Gabriele D’Annunzio Birthplace Museum from today and until further notice, is also ordered.

Pictured: the National Archaeological Museum of Abruzzo in Villa Frigerj.

A case of Covid at the National Archaeological Museum of Abruzzo: closed museum
A case of Covid at the National Archaeological Museum of Abruzzo: closed museum


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