Gubbio - Monuments Casa Capitiano del Popolo XIII sec Casa del Capitano del Popolo was built in the middle of the thirteenth century, near Piazza Giordano Bruno. The Palace was the residence of the manager and in charge of member officials to the companies. In 1300 the Dukes of Urbino took possession of it and eliminated the assignment of the Captain of the People, and sold the palace. During the years it was the residence of several families, until 1970, when Dante Minelli bought it and restored it.