Istituto Lorenzo de' Medici

Istituto Lorenzo de' Medici Over 50 years of Experience in International Higher Education. https://linktr.ee/lorenzodemedici

Teaching Art, Language & Culture, Communications, Italian Gastronomy, and more, in Florence and Tuscania, Italy.

What happens when the city around you becomes part of the design process? During Spring 2026, Graphic Design and Studio ...
09/09/2026

What happens when the city around you becomes part of the design process? During Spring 2026, Graphic Design and Studio Art student Tyler Vose took part in a Professional Opportunity with the LdM Marketing Office, developing a merchandise concept inspired by the architecture of Florence.
Looking at everything from the Duomo to smaller architectural details and patterns, Tyler translated his observations into designs for a notebook and collectible pins. The idea was to create something practical for everyday student life, but also something personal that could become a reminder of studying in Florence.
From initial research and sketches to materials, production and final design, the project gave Tyler the opportunity to take an idea through the different stages of a professional creative brief.
Florence wasn’t just the setting for the project. It became part of the design itself.


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First day energy ✨📚Classes officially start today, and your Fall semester at LdM is underway!New courses, new classmates...
07/09/2026

First day energy ✨📚

Classes officially start today, and your Fall semester at LdM is underway!

New courses, new classmates, new ideas, and probably a few wrong turns on the way to class. It’s all part of the experience. 🇮🇹

Show up curious, ask questions, get involved, and make the most of everything this semester has to offer, both inside and outside the classroom.

Here’s to a great first day and an even better semester ahead.

Welcome to class, LdM students! 💛

01/09/2026

POV: you just moved to Florence for the semester 🇮🇹

A new semester means new courses, new perspectives, new people and a new city to learn from. Over the next few months, Florence will become more than the place where you study. It will be part of your academic and personal experience, offering opportunities to learn both inside and outside the classroom.

Explore the city, engage with its culture, connect with your classmates and professors, and make the most of every opportunity that comes your way.

Welcome to LdM and to the start of Fall 2026!

27/08/2026

Have you discovered our Tuscania campus yet?

Join Fiona Celli, an Art and Linguistics student from Binghamton University, as she introduces one of LdM’s most unique study locations.

Often confused with the name of the region Tuscany, Tuscania is actually a small historic town of around 3,000 inhabitants located in northern Lazio, just south of Tuscany. Rich in history, archaeology, and natural beauty, it offers students a different perspective on Italy, away from the larger cities and immersed in a close-knit local community.

Tuscania is conveniently located near the city of Rome, the shores of Lake Bolsena, one of Italy’s largest volcanic lakes, and the historic towns of Viterbo and Tarquinia, making it an ideal base for exploring central Italy.

Watch Fiona’s introduction and discover what makes studying in Tuscania such a special experience.

26/08/2026

Did you know that the origins of gelato can be traced back to Renaissance Florence?

As part of a student-run social media project for the Current Trends in Italian Cuisine course, students explored the fascinating history behind one of Italy’s most iconic treats.

The story begins with the Medici family in 16th-century Florence, where Cosimo Ruggeri is credited with creating the first fior di latte gelato for Catherine de’ Medici. More than a century later, in 1686, Sicilian chef Francesco Procopio dei Coltelli brought his grandfather’s gelato-making machine to Paris, introducing gelato to a wider audience. As one of the first to sell gelato directly to the public, he is often remembered as the “father of Italian gelato.”

A sweet journey through history, culture, and one of Italy’s most beloved traditions.

This video was created by the students in the Current Trends in Italian Cuisine, Spring 2026.




This past spring semester, Brianna Anderson, a Sustainable Fashion and Art student from NC State University Wilson Colle...
24/08/2026

This past spring semester, Brianna Anderson, a Sustainable Fashion and Art student from NC State University Wilson College of Textiles, completed an internship at Galeria Kno, a Florence-based creative space dedicated to sustainable craftsmanship and conscious design.

Working in an environment where creativity and sustainability go hand in hand, Brianna gained hands-on experience in upcycling and repairing garments, exploring ways to extend the life of existing pieces through thoughtful design interventions. She also contributed to the gallery’s visual merchandising, helping curate displays that communicate the identity and values behind the work of local and international artisans.

Rooted in principles of reuse, handmade production, and responsible consumption, Galeria Kno provided Brianna with valuable insight into how sustainable fashion can move beyond theory and become part of everyday creative practice.

03/08/2026

There’s something special about studying in a place where history, culture, and everyday life are all part of the experience.

At LdM Tuscania, you’ll experience Italy at a different pace. Life here means living alongside a local community, surrounded agriculture, and nature, while studying in one of Italy’s most beautiful medieval towns. It’s a chance to slow down, discover new perspectives, and enjoy a kind of authentic Italian experience that’s hard to find in larger cities.

Whether you’re here for a semester or a summer, Tuscania has many Programs available:
• Semester Abroad (Fall & Summer)
• Two Italies Program (Fall & Summer)
• Summer Sessions (June & July)

29/07/2026

Learning the craft behind a handmade wooden frame.

As we’ve wrapped up our final Summer Session of the year and begin preparing to welcome a new group of students and another season of activities this fall, we’re looking back at some of our favorite moments from the spring.

As part of our Authentic Italy student activities, LdM students traveled to the charming town of Borgo San Lorenzo to meet local artisans Claudia and Luca and experience the art of traditional frame making firsthand.

Working side by side with skilled craftspeople, students learned the techniques behind shaping and assembling wooden frames while creating one of their own. It was a chance to slow down, work with their hands, and gain a deeper appreciation for the time, care, and craftsmanship that go into every handmade piece.

A day spent discovering one of Tuscany’s many artisan traditions and the people who keep them alive.

Follow for updates on upcoming student activities! 🇮🇹✨

Held in Torre di Lavello Park, the students from UNCG - University of North Carolina Greensboro - had the chance to per...
23/07/2026

Held in Torre di Lavello Park, the students from UNCG - University of North Carolina Greensboro - had the chance to perform their weeks-long effort to their fellow students and professors with DANCE the PLACE, a site-specific dance performance born from the suggestions of the town of Tuscania.
At the end of the performance the visiting professors Robin Gee, Maurice Watson and Clarice Young gave a warm and heartfelt speech thanking LdM and the town of Tuscania.

A look inside our art studios!In Beginning Oil Painting, students are introduced to one of the most influential and endu...
22/07/2026

A look inside our art studios!

In Beginning Oil Painting, students are introduced to one of the most influential and enduring painting techniques in Western art. Through observation-based exercises and studio practice, they learn the fundamentals of working with oil paint, including color mixing, value relationships, composition, brush handling, and the construction of form through light and shadow.

Far more than simply learning how to paint, students develop the ability to observe carefully and translate what they see into visual language. Initially working from still lifes, they explore how artists have used oil paint for centuries to create depth, atmosphere, and expressive imagery.

As their confidence and technical skills grow, students progress toward more complex subjects and personal interpretations, building a strong foundation in both artistic practice and visual thinking.

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Via Faenza, 43
Florence
50123

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Lunedì 10:00 - 14:00
Martedì 10:00 - 14:00
Mercoledì 10:00 - 14:00

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