BAS – Opfer für die Freiheit
Museum | Bolzano | Trentino-Alto Adige | Italy
The museum "BAS – Victims for Freedom" in Bolzano is dedicated to the history of the "Befreiungsausschuss Südtirol" (Liberation Committee of South Tyrol) and the events associated with it in the 1960s. The BAS was a resistance movement that opposed Italian policies in South Tyrol and advocated for the rights of the German-speaking population.
Collection and Exhibitions
The exhibition provides a comprehensive insight into the activities of the BAS and the political tensions of that time. It includes a variety of exhibits, including historical documents, photographs, personal items of activists, and eyewitness reports. A central element of the exhibition is the "Mitterhofer Collection", which was gathered over many years by Sepp Mitterhofer, one of the first BAS activists. This collection is the centerpiece of the exhibition and provides an authentic impression of the resistance movement.
Activities and Events
In addition to the permanent exhibition, the museum regularly organizes cultural events such as workshops, lectures, and temporary exhibitions focusing on various aspects of the history and resistance in South Tyrol. These activities promote dialogue between history and the present and contribute to the cultural enrichment of the region.
The museum "BAS – Victims for Freedom" thus represents a significant contribution to the preservation and dissemination of the cultural heritage of the region and offers visitors the opportunity to immerse themselves in the history of resistance in South Tyrol.
