The Palazzo dell’Agraria in Vasanello – Viterbo – Italy Welcomes
"The Madonna of the Gays"
A New Heritage for Vasanello.
"This work was created with a clear and precise intent, deeply rooted in the memory of the homosexual victims of Nazism and dedicated to the LGBTQ+ community. This historical foundation bestows upon 'The Madonna of the Homosexuals' a unique value and specificity. It is the exclusive heritage of the UNISCO Association - Vasanello (VT), which guarantees its integrity against any other representation or confusion."
MAY 16, 2026: A HISTORIC EVENT AT THE PALAZZO DELL’AGRARIA
On May 16, 2026, starting at 5:00 PM, the halls of the Università Agraria in Vasanello will open their doors to an event of exceptional cultural and social significance: the first public exhibition of the artwork ''The Madonna of the Homosexuals''
The work officially becomes part of the artistic heritage curated by the UNISCO APS Association, marking a fundamental milestone for the contemporary art landscape of the region. This initiative is the result of the vision and commitment of President Emanuele Tretta and Vice President Lucio Filipponi, who have determinedly promoted the acquisition of this masterpiece of profound civil value.
With this donation, the Palazzo dell'Agraria and the UNISCO Association confirm their status as landmarks for inclusion and social promotion, acting as guardians of a universal message of respect. The community is invited to celebrate this historic transition, which sees Vasanello as the protagonist of a new season of commitment and beauty.
THE SOCIAL COMMITMENT OF THE UNISCO ASSOCIATION – VASANELLO (VT)
The UNISCO Association: places the protection of human rights and the promotion of a culture of inclusion at the heart of its mission. With the acquisition of "The Madonna of the Homosexuals," the Association consolidates its social commitment, transforming a work of art into an active garrison against all forms of discrimination and hatred.
Memory and Civil Justice: Through this project, UNISCO becomes the guardian of a necessary historical memory dedicated to the homosexual victims of Nazi persecution (Paragraph §175). The goal is to raise awareness among new generations regarding the values of respect and freedom, bringing the universal message of the work into public squares, schools, and institutions.
The Genesis of the Work: The project originated in 2008 from the vision of Maestro Raffaele Ciotola, activist artist and creator of the Stop Homoph Art Artistic Movement (art against homophobia). The work, now part of the heritage of the UNISCO Association, represents the synthesis of over a decade of artistic research dedicated to social denunciation and the protection of LGBTQ+ rights. Its artistic authorship guarantees the originality and strength of the message that the UNISCO Association is committed to disseminating and protecting.