Museo civico di Pizzighettone
Civic museum in Palazzo Quartier Fino, with finds from prehistory to the Roman period from the Adda area, historic weapons and art objects.
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About the museum
The museum was founded in 1907 thanks to a bequest of works of art by Vincenzo Favenza, an antiquarian from Cremona who lived in Venice. Donations from private collectors later enlarged the collections. The seat is Palazzo Quartier Fino, next to the municipal library.
During the Second World War the museum lost several objects and historical evidence and remained closed; it reopened in 1969.
The route presents material ranging from the Quaternary to the 21st century, largely from the River Adda and the surrounding area. It includes a collection of historic weapons and objects linked to military art, an archaeological route from prehistory to the Roman period with vessels, inscriptions and ancient dugout canoes, as well as art objects. The municipality offers schools guided visits, readings and workshops.
Highlights
- Finds from the Adda area, from the Quaternary to the 21st century
- Archaeological route from prehistory to the Roman period
- Vessels, inscriptions and ancient dugout canoes
- Collection of historic weapons
- Located in Palazzo Quartier Fino
- Free admission
Permanent exhibitions
- Percorso archeologico – From prehistory to the Roman period, with vessels, inscriptions and ancient dugout canoes from the Adda area.
- Armi storiche e arte militare – Collection of historic weapons and objects linked to military art.
- Founded
- 1907
- Operated by
- Comune di Pizzighettone
- Visitors per year
- approx. 1,525
Admission & discounts
Admission is free.
According to the Museionline portal, admission is free.
Accessibility
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Kids & families
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Getting there & parking
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Amenities & dining
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Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| School programs | yes |
| Good to know | For schools the municipality organises guided visits, readings and workshops (annual teaching booklet). Afternoon visits are booked by telephone a little in advance. |
