Museo dell'orso
Small museum in the former convent of Santa Chiara in Gagliano Aterno, with a stuffed Marsican brown bear and panels on the Sirente-Velino Park.
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About the museum
The museum was created after a Marsican brown bear was found dead, in good condition, in 1995 in the territory of the Sirente-Velino Regional Park. The original site in the historic centre of Gagliano Aterno was damaged by the L’Aquila earthquake of 2009, so the museum was moved to the former convent of Santa Chiara and inaugurated in its new home in 2011.
The route presents the stuffed specimen of the bear, kept in a glass case, a diorama and an educational route devoted to the fauna of the protected area, particularly of Monte Sirente. Information panels illustrate the history, geology, morphology and ecosystem of the territory; some bone remains of wildlife are also on display. The building is used for environmental training and school visits.
Highlights
- Stuffed Marsican brown bear found in 1995
- Diorama and educational route on the fauna of Sirente
- Panels on the geology, morphology and ecosystem of the park
- Housed in the former convent of Santa Chiara
Permanent exhibition
- L'orso marsicano e il Parco Sirente-Velino – Stuffed Marsican brown bear, diorama and educational route on the fauna and territory of Sirente.
Admission & discounts
Admission is free.
Accessibility
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Kids & families
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Getting there & parking
The museum is in the former convent of Santa Chiara, in the centre of the village.
Get directionsAmenities & dining
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Events & venue rental
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Plan your visit
| School programs | yes |
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| Good to know | The museum offers educational activities for schools and environmental training. |
