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Who we are
Foundation History
The Vialardi di Sandigliano Foundation is a private institution established in 1973, created and organized by Count Vialardi di Sandigliano as a non-governmental operating organization. Originally located in Geneva (CH), the Foundation moved the European Committee into its present Headquarter, Torrione Castle, in 1991
Board of Trustees
The Foundation belongs to a relatively small group of philanthropic friends that support the conservation of the cultural and historical heritage resources of the medieval castle complex of Torrione and the Museum and Center for History and Humanities housed in the castle, which includes important sections of European art and antiques.
The Foundation is represented by a Board, which has its seat in Torrione Castle and consists of five members and two deputies. The Board chooses from among its own members a Chairman, a Vice-Chairman and an Executive Director. The Board selects one of the Foundation's auditors, who is to be an authorized public accountant. The other auditors are selected by the senior auditor.
Mission and Goals
Through its mandate, the Vialardi di Sandigliano Foundation creates and administers non-profit activities and collaborative projects with leading international organizations and public sector entities institutions around the world, in joint efforts to build and implement significant contributions to preserve the historical and social role of the Past.
The Foundation works in conjunction with historical sites associated with the medieval and contemporary history, and historical Museums such as the Museo Storico delle Batterie a Cavallo (Reggimento Artiglieria a Cavallo and Fondazione Voloire) and the Museo Storico della Cavalleria Italiana (Ministero della Difesa, Scuola di Applicazione).
To promote the understanding of Torrione Castle history and the related period of history, the Foundation is proud to work with Universities/Colleges and other International Organizations enabling to provide the latest information on medieval conferences and new publications. The Foundation provides publication projects, informational materials and handouts that have been utilized in the International Cultural Community, seeking to bring the medieval period alive.
Currently the Foundation has three main research projects:
1. The Wid all hart project √
This project was established in 1988 for restoration and preservation of Torrione Castle. Located in Sandigliano, Italy, the castle is steeped in history dating back to 1147, when the lombard Wid all hart built the castle.
2. The Il gusto del Signore project √
This project was established in 1992 for the study of the influence that private owned castles have had on the development of the market for Renaissance art.
3. The 1921-1983 classified project
This project was established in 1996 for the study of 20th century Italian military and diplomatic history and affairs, utilizing primary and secondary sources which include the Foundation's library and classified archives.
Public Relations
The Foundation has its finger on the pulse in the historical world. The recognition of the efforts of the Foundation has been showcased in Italian public actions such as the Politecnico di Torino (Facoltà di Architettura), the Politecnico di Milano (Facoltà di Architettura), the Università degli Studi di Milano (Facoltà di Scienze Politiche), the Università di Torino (Facoltà di Lettere Antiche), the Ministero per i Beni Culturali e Ambientali, the Società di Archeologia e Belle Arti. In addition, radio stations as RAI (Radio Televisione Italiana) and more than 104 books featured the Foundation and Torrione Castle.
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