The Patron Saint of Florence is San Giovanni Battista (St John the Baptist) so the time leading up to his feast day of 24th June is important in the Florentine calendar.

This image from the so called “Adimari ‘cassone’” painting on wood panel by Giovanni di ser Giovanni Guidi on wood in 1450 is now to be found in the famous Accademia gallery in Florence.

As shown in this detail above this sumptiously dressed wedding party is being held in front of Florence’s famous Baptistery.

Building on last  year’s successful San Giovanni Battista Festa della Cultura Artistic Director John Hoenig is pleased to announce a new programme for 2013.

More events to be announced as the details are finalised but watch this website for more information about an event designed by a group within the expat community aimed at local Florentines, Italians and Tourists alike.