The Vesuvian International Institute for Archaeology and the Humanities The fi rst major international academic base for study, research, and cultural exchange in the Bay of Naples The Vesuvian Institute, which is located only fi ve minutes from the city center of Castellammare di Stabia, the commuter train station from Naples, Sorrento and Pompeii, and the archaeological sites of ancient Roman Stabiae, accom- modates a wide range of visitors: • Students from Italian and international high schools on cultural tours • University student and professor travel groups from US and international institutions • Universities with study abroad programs in Italy • Researchers from advanced research institutes in Italy (such as The British School in Rome, the American Academy, etc.) • Independent students, researchers, professors, and scholars specializing in diverse humanities fi elds in the area of Stabiae, Pompeii and other major archeological areas in Campania • International cultural travelers A multi-functional research and study facility immersed in the spectacular scenery and vistas of the Bay of Naples. Main Entrance Hall and reception area View from the gardens Conference hall Classroom Computer and Internet lab View of the mountains behind A perfect location for international study and research in a region still as yet little studied The Naples region and southern Italy are among the richest cultural and historic areas in Europe, but also the least studied. The Gulf of Naples has always been a passageway for diverse cul- tures and people throughout history and the inception of many civilizations took place here, leaving an incredible wealth of art and culture. While Rome, Florence and Venice are home to multiple in- ternational study and cultural centers well-equipped with facilities incorporated into the urban fabric of these Italian cities, there are no equivalent facilities in southern Italy, making the Vesuvian Insti- tute a one-of-a kind cultural and research center in the heart of the historically signifi cant Campania region. In June 2007, The Restoring Ancient Stabiae (RAS) Foundation inau- gurated the International Vesuvian Institute for Archaeology and the Humanities, a modern multi-functional residential complex where the main focus is to broaden the study of the cultural, historic, and artistic patrimony of southern Italy by building upon the model of institutions like the École Française, the American Academy in Rome and the American Academy recently opened in Berlin. Vista dell’ingresso A Center for Art and Cultural History and International Cultural Exchange Are you in an international high school and interested in visiting places of historic signifi cance but have yet to fi nd a hospitable structure that best fi ts your academic programs? Are you a univer- sity docent or professor in the department of art history, classics, architecture, music, art, or archaeology? Are you a teacher intere- sted in bringing students to the Vesuvian area? Or perhaps you are an artist looking for inspiration, curious about the vibrant life of Gulf of Naples lying in the shadow of Mt. Vesuvius? Or perhaps you are a cultural traveler fascinated by the famous archaeological sites of Pompeii, Herculaneum, Stabiae, Boscoreale and Oplontis, or the breathtaking vistas of the Sorrento-Amalfi coast and its medieval towns. On the following page you will fi nd our optional cultural programs (offering packages from a minimum stay of 7 days to a maximum of 21 days) where you and your guests can immerse yourselves in the rich cultural context of the Vesuvian area. Vista dell’interno della struttura How to Get to Stabiae: By Car: Take the A3 highway towards Salerno, Exit: Castellammare di Stabia By Train: Take the Ferrovie dello Stato, Naples line towards Gragna- no. Exit at the Castellammare di Stabia stop By Circumvesuviana (commuter rail): Take the Naples to Sorrento line. Exit at the Castellammare di Stabia stop (the Institute is on the cliff directly above) By Air: The International Naples Airport (NAP) Taxi to the Vesuvian Institute or call for shuttle pick up Distance from major tourist spots: Naples 28 Km Herculaneum 20 Km Pompeii 5 Km Sorrento 18 Km Positano 31 Km Amalfi 40 Km Salerno 29 Km Island of Capri 60 Minutes Island of Ischia 120 Minutes HOTEL SERVICES 2008 7 Days (1st week) - € 700 14 Days (2nd week) - € 1300 21 Days (3rd week) - € 1800 Sunday Sunday Sunday Arrival at the Institute in the after- 8 am Breakfast 8 am Breakfast noon. Welcoming beverage service 9 am Excursion to the Island of Capri 9 am Excursion to the Island of Ischia and check-in 1 pm Bag-lunch in Capri 8 pm Dinner at the Institute 5 pm Presentation on the Institute, the RAS 8 pm Dinner at the Institute project, and the laboratories offered 8 pm Dinner 9 pm “In Stabiano” DVD presentation Monday Monday Monday 8 am Breakfast 8 am Breakfast 8 am Breakfast 9:30 am Visit to the Stabiae Villas 9 am Visit to Mt. Faito 9 am Visit to Amalfi Coast 12:30 pm Return to the Institute 1 pm Bag-lunch at Mt. Faito 1 pm Lunch in Amalfi and visit to Duomo, 1 pm Lunch 5 pm Return to the Institute free time 5 pm Laboratory 1 6 pm Laboratory 2 7 pm Return to the Institute 8 pm Dinner 8 pm Dinner 8 pm Dinner 9 pm “Pompei” DVD presentation 9 pm Folkloristic music group event 9 pm Archeo-Sea event with exposition Tuesday Tuesday Tuesday 8 am Breakfast 8 am Breakfast 8 am Breakfast 9:30 am Visit to Pompeii 9:30 am Visit to Sorrento’s historic center 9 am Laboratory 3 12.30 pm Return to the Institute 1 pm Return to the Institute 1 pm Lunch 1 pm Lunch 1:30 pm Lunch 5 pm Laboratory 3 5 pm Laboratory 1 5 pm Laboratory 2 8 pm Dinner 8 pm Dinner 8 pm Dinner 9 pm Archeo-Jewelry lecture with jewel 9 pm Archeo-Music presentation 9 pm Archeo-Enology presentation and Show and shop wine tasting of Campanian wine Wednesday Wednesday Wednesday 8 am Breakfast 7 am Breakfast 8 am Breakfast 9:30 am Visit to Herculaneum 8 am Visit to Cuma-Pozzuoli 9 am Visit to the Villa di Caserta royal palace 12:30 pm Return to the Institute 12 pm Lunch in Pozzuoli 1 pm Bag-lunch 1 pm Lunch 3 pm Visit to a winery in the Campi Flegrei and guided tour to the villa’s Park 5 pm Laboratory 1 5 pm Laboratory 1 7 pm Return to the Institute 8 pm Dinner 8 pm Dinner at the Institute 8 pm Dinner 9 pm Archeo-fashion presentation 9 pm Lecture on Dante 9 pm Free night and fashion show Thursday Thursday Thursday 8 am Breakfast 8 am Breakfast 8 am Breakfast 9:30 am Visit to Oplontis and Boscoreale 9 am Laboratory 2 9 am Visit to the Abbazia di Cava dei Tirreni 12:30 pm Return to the Institute 1 pm Lunch 1 pm Lunch at and agritursimo in Cava 1:30 pm Lunch 5 pm Laboratory 2 3:30 pm Visit to Salerno’s historic center 5 pm Laboratory at 1:30 8 pm Dinner 5:30 pm Free time to shop 8 pm Dinner 9 pm “Archeo-Gastronomy” and tasting of 8 pm Dinner at the medieval castle of Arechi 9 pm “Roman Banquet celebration” specialty foods from the Vesuvian region or dinner at the Institute Friday Friday Friday 7:30 am Breakfast 7:30 am Breakfast 7:30 am Breakfast 9:30 am Visit to MANN 9 am Visit to Paestum and or Velia 9 am Laboratory 3 1:30 pm Lunch at authentic Neapolitan pizzeria 1 pm Bag-lunch in Paestum or Velia 1 pm Lunch 4 pm Visit to Naples historical district 7 pm Return to Institute 3 pm Laboratory 3 6:30 pm Return to the Institute 8 pm Dinner 5:30 pm Free time in Naples 8 pm Dinner 9 pm Free Night 9 pm Neapolitan dinner 10 pm Tammuriata music event Saturday Saturday Saturday 8 am Breakfast 8:30 am Breakfast 8:30 am Breakfast 9 am Excursion to Mt. Vesuvius 9:30 am Laboratory 2 9 am Visit to the Certosa di Padula 1 pm Return to the Institute 1 pm Lunch 1 pm Bag-lunch 1:30 pm Lunch 3 pm Laboratory2 7 pm Return to the Institute 5 pm Laboratory 1 6 pm Free time 8 pm Dinner 8 pm Dinner 9 pm Free night 9 pm Free night 9 pm Free night Sunday Sunday Sunday 8 am Breakfast 8 am Breakfast 8 am Breakfast Departure (end of 1st Week) Departure (end of 2nd Week) Departure ACTIVITIES AND LABORATORIES Laboratory on fresco techniques Study of materials and techniques used for mural paintings and fre- scoes throughout the ages, as well as a look into the execution of the fresco, mezzo fresco, dry painting, tempera and oil. Also includes analysis of conservation methods as well as factors that contribute to deterioration and the techniques used for restoration and reproduc- tion of art work. Methodology of integrated painting also discussed. Laboratory on molding and modeling techniques A hands-on laboratory that delves into the process of preparing a model or mould. The “stamping” technique, the original way of modeling and the many materials used to construct a mould. Also includes the preparation for stamping models and creating the ba- sic mould with the drip method. Techniques on reproduction also included. Laboratory on the four elements (artistic and scientifi c tracts) The Artistic tract: a form of art is attributed to every element. Water: The innate musicality and character of water expressed through all its natural forms.