Archbishop's Palace Valletta

13/10/2026

🇲🇹 Issa li tlesta r-restawr tal-Kappella ta’ San Ġużepp fil-Palazz tal-Arċisqof fil-Belt Valletta, dan il-filmat jagħti ħarsa lejn ir-riċerka u x-xogħol li wasslu għat-tlestija tal-proġett. Permezz tiegħu, nsiru nafu iktar dwar il-proċess ta’ konservazzjoni, l-iskoperti matul il-ħidma u x-xogħlijiet li saru.

Il-filmat inħadem mill-Uffiċċju tal-Preżenza Diġitali tal-Arċidjoċesi ta’ Malta b’kollaborazzjoni ma’ Curatorial Studio. Il-filmati u l-produzzjoni huma xogħol Nicholas Agius Deguara, filwaqt li r-ritratti matul il-proġett ittieħdu minn Ian Noel Pace. Il-proġett ġie appoġġjat mill-Uffiċċju tas-Segretarju Amministrattiv tal-Arċidjoċesi ta’ Malta, Prevarti Ltd u Atelier del Restauro Ltd.

Il-kappella restawrata ġiet inawgurata fl-20 ta’ Ġunju 2026, taħt il-patroċinju tal-Arċisqof Charles Scicluna, grazzi għall-ġenerożità tas-Sinjura Marie-Amélie Gleizes Dewavrin.

🇬🇧 With the conservation of the Chapel of St Joseph at the Archbishop’s Palace in Valletta now complete, a new short film documents the research and work behind it. The film offers insights into the project’s process, discoveries and interventions, and forms part of the conservation archive.

The film was produced by the Digital Presence Office of the Archdiocese of Malta and Curatorial Studio, with filming and production by Nicholas Agius Deguara and project photography by Ian Noel Pace. The project was supported by the Office of the Administrative Secretary of the Archdiocese of Malta, Prevarti Ltd and Atelier del Restauro Ltd.

The newly restored chapel was inaugurated on 20th June 2026, under the patronage of Archbishop Charles Scicluna and through the generosity of Madame Marie-Amélie Gleizes Dewavrin.

04/09/2026

Join us for the opening of REFUGE AND RECONSTRUCTION, an exhibition by Martin Bertrand

27 September 2026 | 18:00
Archbishop's Palace, Valletta

In the centre of the Mediterranean, Malta encapsulates many of the contradictions currently facing Europe. The archipelago had a population of nearly 590,000 at the end of 2025, a figure whose growth is partly driven by migration. Whilst arrivals by sea have fallen significantly in recent years, Malta remains on the front line when it comes to receiving people seeking protection. This decline does not, however, eliminate the challenges associated with asylum, accommodation and the integration of those now living on the island.

When Martin Bertrand began this project, the intention was to document how this small island was dealing with migration in the Mediterranean. He wanted to meet the people being received, observe the systems put in place and recount the human consequences of European migration policies. Over the months, the focus of the project gradually shifted. It was no longer simply a matter of photographing the reception or the waiting, but of understanding what comes after arrival.

To answer these questions, Martin Bertrand worked alongside various Maltese organisations, notably the Migrants Commission and its Welcoming Centre in Balzan, the sporting activities of SkateUni, the community activities of Spark15 and explored the different reality at state-run centres in Ħal-Far: that of geographically isolated places, situated far from the main urban centres and everyday Maltese life.

The exhibition will be designed as a journey through these different spaces and aims to offer a counterpoint to the usual portrayals of migration in the Mediterranean, which are often limited to boats, borders and emergency situations. It tells the story of what happens afterwards: the waiting, the learning, the bonds that are formed and the initiatives that gradually enable people to regain control of their own lives.

Presented by the Ambassade de France à Malte and the Migrants Commission, in collaboration with the Archbishop's Delegate for Culture and MELA .

Supported by ILAB Photo Ltd.

25/07/2026

The recently restored barrel vault and historic cabinetry of the Chancery at the Archbishop’s Palace in Valletta have been carefully conserved, preserving a space of exceptional historical, architectural, and ecclesiastical significance.

For centuries, the Chancery also served as the Ecclesiastical Court. The beautifully crafted cabinetry, meticulously restored, continues to house significant archival collections that bear witness to the rich administrative, judicial, and pastoral history of the Church in Malta.

The conservation and restoration works were meticulously carried out by Prevarti Ltd, whose skilled craftsmanship and expertise have ensured that this important historic interior is preserved with the care and respect it deserves.

PrevArti Ltd - Art Conservation & Restoration
Archdiocese of Malta

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09/07/2026

The conservation of the extensive Early Modern Library at the Archbishop’s Palace continues to make steady progress, thanks to the meticulous work and dedication of the Diocesan Archives’ in-house conservators.

This remarkable collection is an invaluable witness to Malta’s intellectual and ecclesiastical heritage. Once the conservation works are complete, it will provide yet another beautiful and inspiring space for students and researchers in the humanities to study and engage with our rich cultural legacy in the heart of Valletta.

The cabinetary was beautifully restored by Atelier del Restauro.

Preserving our past is an investment in future generations

Archdiocese of Malta
University of Malta
Atelier del Restauro Ltd.

09/07/2026

Watch this interview to learn more about the restoration of the Chapel of St Joseph at the Archbishop's Palace and the recently discovered Renaissance ceiling and paintings by the artist Silvestro Querio, known as il Romano 👇🏻

Aqra bil- Malti After an extensive year-long restoration, a Renaissance ceiling and paintings by the…

23/06/2026

🇲🇹 Mumenti mill-inawgurazzjoni uffiċjali tal-Kappella ta’ San Ġużepp. Nirringrazzjaw lil kull min attenda, l-aktar dawk kollha li ħadmu fuq dal-proġett ta’ restawr u fl-organizzazzjoni tal-jum miftuħ għall-pubbliku u nimxu fuq it-talba tal-Isqof Awżiljarju Joseph Galea-Curmi li “din il-kappella restawrata ssir post fejn il-biża’ tinbidel f’fiduċja, fejn l-ansjetà tagħti lok għat-tama, fejn il-qlub jinfetħu għall-grazzja, u fejn ħafna jerġgħu jiskopru l-preżenza mimlija mħabba ta’ Alla."

🇬🇧 A few highlights from the official inauguration of the restored St. Joseph's Chapel. We thank everyone for their participation, most especially those involved in this restoration and open day, and we carry forward Auxiliary Bishop Joseph Galea-Curmi's prayer: "May this restored chapel continue for generations to be a sanctuary of peace, and a sign that God never ceases to restore and renew his people."

🎥: Nicholas Agius Deguara - Digital Presence Office

22/06/2026

22/06/2026

🇲🇹 L-inawgurazzjoni uffiċjali tar-restawr tal-Kappella ta’ San Ġużepp fil-Palazz tal-Arċisqof ġiet ċelebrata b’quddiesa ta’ radd il-ħajr immexxija mill-Isqof Awżiljarju Joseph Galea-Curmi fil-preżenza ta’ dawk li kkontribwew għar-restawr tagħha, inkluż Madame Marie-Amélie Gleizes Dewavrin, li ffinanzjat x-xogħol b’donazzjoni ġeneruża. Wara l-quddiesa, il-viżitaturi setgħu jammiraw ix-xogħol riċenti ta’ restawr fil-kappella, inkluż is-saqaf rinaxximentali li ġie skopert, flimkien mad-disinn Barokk tas-seklu 18 li qed jintwera.

🇬🇧 The official inauguration for the restored St. Joseph's Chapel at the Archbishop's Palace was celebrated with a thanksgiving Mass by Auxiliary Bishop Joseph Galea-Curmi in the presence of those who contributed to its restoration, including Madame Marie-Amélie Gleizes Dewavrin, who generously financed the work. After mass, visitors could admire the recent restoration work on the chapel, including the uncovered Renaissance coffered ceiling, alongside its 18th-century Baroque design on display.

📸: Ian Noel Pace - Archdiocese of Malta

21/06/2026

With Atelier del Restauro Ltd. A formidable team that carried out the restoration of the Chapel. Thank you!

20/06/2026

🇲🇹 Aktar kmieni llum, il-Palazz tal-Arċisqof fil-Belt Valletta reġa' fetaħ il-bibien tiegħu għall-pubbliku, din id-darba biex juri r-restawr tal-Kappella ta' San Ġużepp. Il-viżitaturi setgħu jammiraw mill-qrib is-saqaf rinaxximentali u l-pitturi ta' Silvestro Querio il Romano (c.1600-1672), skoperti waqt ix-xogħlijiet ta' restawr, flimkien mal-istil Barokk tas-seklu 18 tal-kappella nnifisha.

Grazzi lil kulħadd li għoġbu jżurna, u grazzi speċjali lil dawk kollha li ħadmu fuq dan ir-restawr siewi, taħt il-patroċinju tal-Arċisqof Charles Scicluna.

🇬🇧 Earlier today, the Archbishop's Palace in Valletta opened its doors once again — this time to celebrate the restoration of the Chapel of St Joseph. Visitors had a rare chance to admire the chapel's Renaissance coffered ceiling and the paintings by Silvestro Querio il Romano (c.1600-1672), both uncovered during the restoration works, alongside its 18th-century Baroque design.

Thank you to everyone who joined us, and a special thanks to all involved in this remarkable restoration, carried out under the patronage of Archbishop Charles Scicluna.

📸 Claire Camilleri - Digital Presence Office