The Footwear Museum of Villa Foscarini Rossi is located along the banks of the Brenta river, inside a historic 17th-century residence. Across more than 700 m² of exhibition space, over 1,350 luxury women's models are displayed, produced by the Rossimoda shoe factory in collaboration with the most prestigious fashion houses on the international scene. Inaugurated in 1993, the Museum's mission is to bear witness to the knowledge of the territory, spread awareness of the footwear tradition of the Riviera del Brenta, and document the evolution of costume and fashion in the second half of the twentieth century through the "Footwear" accessory. The passing tourist, captivated by the harmony, creativity and craftsmanship that distinguish Made in Italy products, will find these same values reflected in the historic architectural structures and the perspective plays of the magnificent 17th-century frescoes of the Foresteria, created by Domenico de' Bruni and Pietro Liberi. The Museum also houses a small but precious collection of ancient and ethnic footwear.
Via Doge Pisani, 1, 30039 Stra VE, ItaliaThis itinerary covers the entire museum route, ranging from the entrance of the villa to its various rooms, from the most iconic shoes created by the most important national and international designers to the guesthouse with numerous frescoes where various events are held.
The following itinerary was created by Scuola Holden students Luca Cesaro, Marta Diotallevi, and Carlotta Falzone, under the coordination of Elisa Fulco for Rossimoda and Federica Rossi, Curator of the Footwear Museum at Villa Foscarini Rossi.
This itinerary covers the entire museum route, ranging from the entrance of the villa to its various rooms, from the most iconic shoes created by the most important national and international designers to the guesthouse with numerous frescoes where various events are held.
The following itinerary was created by Scuola Holden students Luca Cesaro, Marta Diotallevi, and Carlotta Falzone, under the coordination of Elisa Fulco for Rossimoda and Federica Rossi, Curator of the Footwear Museum at Villa Foscarini Rossi.
From April to October:
Monday - Friday 9 am - 1 pm
Saturday and Sunday 2 pm - 6 pm
Full price: €8.00
Full price
Reduced: €6.00
Over 65, Students under 26, Young people between 12 and 18 years old, Groups > 15 people
Free
Under 12, Disabled, Companions, Journalists, Tourist Guides, ICOM Members
We tell the story of the villa in a clear, understandable and accessible way for everyone.
The Veneto Region has created a series of guides in A.A.C. (Augmentative and Alternative Communication), to allow every visitor to enjoy a unique heritage like that of the Venetian villas, through clear information and simple narratives.
3 communication codes – images, words and symbols – are harmoniously integrated.
In the AAC guide you will find:
- photos, to describe what can be found in the villa,
- texts, easy to read and suitable for people with mild dyslexia,
- Widgit Literacy Symbols – pictograms (known as Rebus).
A brochure for everyone, a valuable travel companion useful for children with Specific Learning Disorders, with cognitive difficulties or who have not yet acquired reading and writing skills, for young people and adults whose mother tongue is not Italian, for people with cognitive disabilities and autism, but also for elderly and foreign people who need easy reading.
The initiative is funded by the Tourism Directorate of the Veneto Region as part of the European project Tourism4All (Interreg Italy-Croatia programme) with the aim of strengthening the inclusivity and accessibility of the travel experience, for everyone.
The AAC guide is available in paper format inside the villa and in pdf format.
Villa Padronale:
Free admission: Entry is free, also for the companion;
Museum Entrance and Exit: There is a step at the museum entrance; museum staff are available to assist guests and, upon prior request, a ramp can be provided;
Museum map: On the ground floor of the museum, the tactile map of the Villa Foscarini Rossi complex and the 3D model of the Villa Padronale are on display;
Internal mobility: There is no lift, therefore the first floor can only be accessed via the stairs;
Toilets: Toilets are available on every floor of the building;
PARKING: We recommend parking in the centre of Stra or along via Nazionale.
In the private car park of Villa Foscarini Rossi there are dedicated parking spaces, accessible from via Nazionale 7 or Via Doge Pisani 1 (upon prior telephone or email request);
Animals: Small animals are allowed provided they are supervised and kept on a leash.
Foresteria:
Entrance and Exit: Accessible via a ramp from the cellar;
Internal mobility: Upper floors can be reached by lift;
PARKING: The villa's car park has dedicated parking spaces, accessible from via Nazionale n° 7.
Toilets: Available on the ground floor, mezzanine and attic.
The mezzanine bathroom is equipped and fitted with a changing table.
This itinerary covers the entire museum route, ranging from the entrance of the villa to its various rooms, from the most iconic shoes created by the most important national and international designers to the guesthouse with numerous frescoes where various events are held.
The following itinerary was created by Scuola Holden students Luca Cesaro, Marta Diotallevi, and Carlotta Falzone, under the coordination of Elisa Fulco for Rossimoda and Federica Rossi, Curator of the Footwear Museum at Villa Foscarini Rossi.
