Museo di Arte e Tradizione contadina
Museum | Olevano Di Lomellina | Lombardia | Italy
The "Museo di Arte e Tradizione Contadina" in Olevano di Lomellina, Lombardy, is a significant ethnographic museum documenting the rural culture and traditions of the Lomellina region from the 19th to the 20th century. It is located in a restored agricultural building that was once used as a stable and barn.
Collections and exhibitions:
The museum is divided into five thematic areas reflecting the agricultural cycle and rural life:
Cycle of field work: This area displays tools and equipment used for sowing and caring for corn and rice, including plows and harrows.
Household environments: Objects of daily life used in the region's households are presented here.
Traditional crafts: This section is dedicated to traditional crafts such as blacksmithing and shoemaking, with displayed tools and materials.
Stable and horse stable environment: Equipment and furnishings used in stables and horse stables are showcased.
Heavy agricultural machinery: This area presents agricultural machines and equipment used in the region.
A special focus is placed on rice harvesting, a central aspect of agriculture in Lomellina. Multimedia sections offer archival films, historical photographs, songs of rice harvesters, and information on the local dialect.
Significance and impact:
The museum provides a comprehensive insight into the agricultural history and social structures of Lomellina. It serves as an educational resource for visitors and a guardian of the region's cultural heritage.
The "Museo di Arte e Tradizione Contadina" is a valuable place to discover and appreciate the rural history and culture of Lomellina.
