Inaugurated in 1881 by Gian Giacomo Poldi Pezzoli, the museum houses important paintings, archaeological relics, arms, carpets, porcelain, glass, watches, and jewelry. Works by Hayez, Foppa, Boltraffio, Solario, Cranach, Mantegna, G. Bellini, Botticelli, Piero Della Francesca, F. Guardi, Magnasco, Tiepolo, Palma il Vecchio, Frà Galgario, Tura, Cima da Conegliano, Lotto and Pollaiolo are all of special interest. Admission is EUR6 for adults; EUR4 for children and seniors; EUR1.50 for schoolgroups.