Casa Noha

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Casa Noha is a historic house in Matera’s Civita quarter, near the cathedral, with a multimedia presentation of the city’s history.

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Why go

  • An immersive film traces Matera’s history, narrated by Lella Costa.
  • Visual and tactile panels explain how Matera collected water.
  • An interactive multimedia table suggests themed routes around Matera and its territory.

Opening hours

Today10:00 – 17:00Show all
MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed
WednesdayClosed
Thursday10:00 – 17:00
Friday10:00 – 17:00
Saturday10:00 – 17:00
Sunday10:00 – 17:00

Don't miss

  • Ancient cisternsAncient cisterns were found during restoration.In the cellars.
  • Tuff-carved roomsThe house retains rooms carved into tuff and barrel vaults.Inside Casa Noha.

Know before you go

  • Guide dogs and certified therapy dogs may enter on a leash.

Tips for your visit

  • Allow 30–40 minutes for the film and tour of the house.
  • Access is difficult for visitors with reduced mobility.
  • The house is accessible to visitors with intellectual disabilities through the Bene FAI per tutti project.

With kids

  • A cellar learning space has activities for schools and communities on sustainability, crafts and local traditions.

Interesting facts3

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  1. Casa Noha was FAI’s first property in Basilicata.

    CASA NOHA | Bene FAI
  2. Giovanni Carrada conceived the film, with scientific direction by Rosalba Demetrio.

    CASA NOHA | Bene FAI
  3. 1945

    The film divides Matera’s history into two chapters at 1945.

    CASA NOHA | Bene FAI

Shorts

History

  1. 16th c.The house formed part of the noble de Noha family's home.
  2. 2004The Fodale and Latorre families donated the house to FAI.
  3. 2026The visitor experience was renewed with support from Fondazione CDP.

How to get there

  • On footFrom Piazza San Pietro Caveoso, follow Via Muro to Via San Potito. Turn right into Recinto Cavone and descend the steps.

Sources: CASA NOHA | Bene FAI · Casa Noha in Matera | FAI - Fondo per l'Ambient… · checked 29 Oct 2026

Where
Recinto Cavone 9, Matera

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Questions and answers

How long does a visit to Casa Noha take?

Allow 30–40 minutes for the film and a tour of the house.

How do I get to Casa Noha from Piazza San Pietro Caveoso?

Follow Via Muro to Via San Potito, turn right into Recinto Cavone and descend the steps. Casa Noha is at Recinto Cavone 9.

Is Casa Noha accessible to visitors with reduced mobility?

Access is difficult for visitors with reduced mobility.

Can children take part in activities at Casa Noha?

A learning space in the cellars has activities for schools and communities on sustainability, crafts and local traditions.

Are guide dogs allowed at Casa Noha?

Guide dogs and certified therapy dogs may enter on a leash.

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