The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) will inaugurate its new Food and Agriculture Museum & Network (FAO MuNe) on 16 October 2025, coinciding with World Food Day and FAO’s 80th anniversary. Supported by the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, the museum incorporates the historic David Lubin Memorial Library and is centrally located near Rome’s Circus Maximus and the Colosseum. FAO MuNe showcases the Organization’s eight decades of work while engaging visitors with contemporary and future challenges in agrifood systems.
FAO MuNe spans 1,300 m² across 12 rooms and combines history, knowledge, art, and science to present food and agriculture as shared human heritage. Exhibits feature archival treasures, historic documents, and rare photographs, while immersive installations encourage audiences to explore the connections between food, culture, and the planet. The museum offers a unique cultural exchange experience, connecting knowledge, ideas, and emotions to inspire action.
At the heart of FAO MuNe is an art collection of over 60 pieces donated by around 40 FAO Members, each representing their land and people. Notable works include Michelangelo Pistoletto’s Cultivating the Third Paradise, which bridges nature, society, and technology, and Pablo Atchugarry’s Peace with Nature, a century-old olive tree symbolizing humanity’s reconciliation with the environment. The collection fosters dialogue among nations and reflects global diversity through art and objects from across the world.
Cultural exhibits highlight global food traditions, and digital tools invite visitors to imagine the future of agriculture, nutrition, and sustainability. The museum also features the FoodS Lab, a fully equipped “kitchen of the world,” hosting workshops, cooking demonstrations, interactive shows, and expert talks that explore food heritage, innovation, and sustainability. By connecting universities, cultural institutions, and international partners, FAO MuNe promotes awareness, learning, and global collaboration.
Guided by FAO’s Four Betters—Better Production, Better Nutrition, a Better Environment, and a Better Life—the museum aligns with the Organization’s Strategic Framework and the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. FAO MuNe will officially open to visitors on 20 October 2025, Monday through Saturday. The museum is located at Viale delle Terme di Caracalla, 00153 Rome, Italy.
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