Cultural Heritage and Collaborative Urban Regeneration: The Sansevero Chapel Museum for the Historic Centre of Naples

The Sansevero Chapel Museum in Naples demonstrates that cultural heritage can drive effective urban regeneration without the pitfalls of museification or gentrification. Since the 1990s, the museum has actively engaged with stakeholders and local communities, notably supporting the 'Corpo di Napoli' initiative, to revitalize its historic surroundings while preserving its identity. This collaborative approach contrasts with traditional models that often lead to displacement or loss of cultural authenticity. The study highlights a successful model for balancing heritage preservation with urban development, offering insights applicable to other degraded historic centers.

Clemente, M., Castagnaro, A., Oppido, S., & Daldanise, G. (2015). CULTURAL HERITAGE AND COLLABORATIVE URBAN REGENERATION: THE SANSEVERO CHAPEL MUSEUM FOR THE HISTORIC CENTRE OF NAPLES. Bulletin of the Calza Bini Center, 15(1), 93–112. https://doi.org/10.6092/2284-4732/3773