Villa Rubini Manenti reopens its garden in Siena with Festa d'Autunno

Villa Rubini Manenti in Siena partially reopened its garden on Saturday with a "Festa d'Autunno" event, marking the first step in returning the historic site to the community after recovery work. The celebration featured activities for families and children. The event, part of the "Obiettivo Famiglia" project, included creative workshops, animated readings, face painting, an aperitif, music by Ardj, and a self-defense demonstration. Social services councilor Micaela Papi emphasized the progressive return of the space and a collaboration pact between the municipality and local associations. The Contrada dell'Istrice supported the initiative and plans future activities, including children's events and summer dinners. Prior Mario Bartalini recalled childhood memories of the park, highlighting the site's personal significance to the neighborhood.