Services

On-Site Exhibition Services in Venice

From initial planning to the final day, we handle the practical reality of exhibiting in one of Europe's most complex environments. Over 84 exhibitions delivered since 2014.

Exhibition Management

Full on-site coordination of your exhibition from setup through closing day. We act as your local production office in Venice, managing every moving part so you can focus on the work itself.

Project Coordination

Single point of contact for all Venice operations. We coordinate between your team, local contractors, venue owners, and city authorities. Daily reporting and problem-solving on the ground.

Venue Operations

Day-to-day running of your exhibition space: opening/closing procedures, visitor management, incident response, maintenance schedules, and compliance with venue regulations.

Team Management

Recruitment, training, scheduling, and oversight of all on-site staff. We managed a team of 70 fellows for the British Pavilion alone. We scale to fit your needs.

Permits and Compliance

Navigation of Italian bureaucracy: Soprintendenza heritage approvals, fire safety certification, accessibility compliance, insurance requirements, and cultural event permits.

Installation and Technical

Professional exhibition installation in Venice's historic spaces, with crews who understand both the art and the buildings. Construction, fit-out, lighting, AV, and de-installation.

Construction and Fit-Out

Custom wall systems, flooring, partitions, and display structures built to work within protected historic buildings. Every material and fixing method approved by heritage authorities.

AV and Lighting

Video projection, sound installations, interactive systems, and exhibition lighting. Full technical design, installation, and maintenance throughout the exhibition run.

Art Handling

Unpacking, positioning, mounting, and conservation of artworks. Climate monitoring for sensitive pieces. Condition reporting on arrival and departure.

De-Installation

Careful removal, packing, and dispatch of artworks. Venue restoration to pre-exhibition condition. Final inspections and handover documentation.

Exhibition Staffing

Our own trained, multilingual team for every front-of-house role. Not agency temps. People who understand art, speak multiple languages, and represent your exhibition professionally.

Museum Hosts

Trained invigilation staff who engage with visitors, protect artworks, and maintain the exhibition environment. Background in art history and conservation awareness.

Reception and Ticketing

Front desk operations, visitor registration, ticket sales, and information services. Professional first point of contact for your exhibition.

Guided Tours

Multilingual tour guides trained on your exhibition content. Available in English, Italian, French, German, Spanish, and other languages on request.

Art Logistics

Getting art into Venice is not like getting it anywhere else. No trucks. No loading docks. Everything arrives by water. We manage the entire logistics chain from port to palazzo.

Water Transport

Coordination of boats, barges, and crane vessels for artwork delivery. Minimum crane boat costs start at $3,300. We plan routes, secure mooring permits, and manage timing around tides and traffic.

Customs and Import

EU customs procedures, ATA Carnet processing, temporary admission documentation, and coordination with Venice's port authorities at Marittima and Fusina terminals.

Crating and Storage

Climate-controlled storage in Venice. Custom crating for sensitive works. Condition documentation at every stage of the logistics chain.

Touring Exhibitions

Multi-venue logistics for exhibitions traveling to or from Venice. We coordinate with international shippers, manage transit insurance, and handle all Italian import/export documentation.

Venue Finding

We know Venice's exhibition spaces inside out. Which palazzos work for large-scale installations. Which landlords are reliable. Which locations draw foot traffic during the Biennale. Which permits you'll need and how long they take.

Our network includes spaces across every sestiere, from grand canal palazzos to converted industrial warehouses in Dorsoduro and emerging gallery spaces in Cannaregio. Browse our venue guide for more details.

Ready to Plan Your Exhibition?

Tell us about your project and we'll send a detailed proposal within 48 hours.

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