House of the Good Shepherd
Early-20th-century residence and philanthropic work
Buon Pastore, Sapri SA 84073
The Franciscan Elizabethan Sisters (Bigi) were founded by Saint Ludovico da Casoria in 1862.
Local sources recall Cesarino’s bequest to the town and the 1925 inauguration of related buildings (Church of Santa Croce and the Specola).
Historic early-1900s building commissioned by Cav. Giuseppe Cesarino and donated to the community. For decades it was run by the Franciscan Elizabethan Sisters (Bigi) with welfare activities. Today it is part of a public enhancement path: since 2022 it has been loaned to ASL Salerno for new healthcare services.
Why visit
A key piece of Sapri’s social memory: it tells the story of Giuseppe Cesarino’s philanthropy and the welfare role of the religious sisters. Its central location makes it a natural stop together with the Church of Santa Croce, the Specola and the Villa Comunale.
How to get there
On foot from the center: a few minutes from Piazza Plebiscito towards Via Ludovico da Casoria. By car: park near the center/Villa Comunale and reach the building on foot.
Useful tips
- Check accessibility.
- Respect privacy when taking photos or visiting.
- Ask about any services/exhibitions or special openings.
Nearby
- Villa Comunale.
- Main street and Piazza Plebiscito.
Frequently asked questions
It was commissioned and donated by Cav. Giuseppe Cesarino; for decades it was managed by the Franciscan Elizabethan Sisters (Bigi).
Check for any public openings or initiatives: since 2022 it has been loaned to the local health authority for healthcare services.