The Bank of Italy will open 13 buildings to the public as part of the national “è cultura!” festival, which runs from Oct. 16 to 24 and highlights cultural heritage preserved by banks and banking foundations. This year’s program focuses on the central bank’s library collections and their role in preserving institutional memory and supporting research and knowledge. Participating buildings are located in Ancona, Arezzo, Bergamo, Cagliari, Campobasso, Genoa, L’Aquila, Reggio Calabria, Rome, Salerno, Trento and Venice. Admission is free and requires advance reservation, with opening dates and hours varying by location.