Images of Museo Civico Alpino "Arnaldo Tazzetti"
Museo Civico Alpino "Arnaldo Tazzetti" and its collection
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The Museo Civico Alpino "Arnaldo Tazzetti" is situated in the municipality of Usseglio. It plays a significant role as the leading entity and coordinator of the "Valle di Viù" Museum Project. This project aims to promote and preserve the cultural and natural heritage of the region.
Collections at the Museum
The Museo Civico Alpino "Arnaldo Tazzetti" is home to a wide range of collections. These include artifacts of artistic, archaeological, historical, and ethnographic interest, as well as natural science collections. These collections provide a comprehensive insight into the region's rich cultural and natural history.
The Museum within the Ancient Parish Complex
The Museo Civico Alpino "Arnaldo Tazzetti" is part of the Ancient Parish Complex of Usseglio. This complex includes a Romanesque church, a portico known as "Ala del mercato", the former town hall and male elementary school where the museum collections are housed, and the Chapel of the Brotherhood. The latter is now used as a venue for temporary exhibitions organized by the museum during the summer months.