Piccolo Museo della Grande Guerra

The Piccolo Museo della Grande Guerra in Sappada, a picturesque community in the Dolomites, is a significant cultural center dedicated to the history of the First World War. It was founded in 2002 by collectors Emanuele Pachner and Francesco Pomarè to honor the memory of the men who fought in this region during the war.

The museum is located in a former blacksmith shop and slaughterhouse, and houses an extensive collection of artifacts and memorabilia from the First World War. This includes uniforms, personal belongings, equipment for life in the high mountain trenches, field ovens belonging to both the Italian and Austrian armies, as well as local documents and photographs. These exhibits provide a deep insight into the lives of the soldiers on the front lines and the challenges they faced in the Dolomites.

A special highlight of the museum is a large mural on the exterior facade depicting a war scene in Val Sesis. This artwork was created in 2003 by Pierantonio Chiaradia and is an impressive testament to the artistic interpretation of war history.

The Piccolo Museo della Grande Guerra is not only a place of remembrance, but also a center for the preservation and dissemination of the region's history during the First World War. It invites visitors to learn more about the local impacts of the war and to honor the sacrifices and suffering of the soldiers and civilians.

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Sunday	10:00 - 12:00 16:00 - 19:00
Monday	10:00 - 12:00 16:00 - 19:00
Tuesday	10:00 - 12:00 16:00 - 19:00
Wednesday	10:00 - 12:00 16:00 - 19:00
Thursday	10:00 - 12:00 16:00 - 19:00
Friday	10:00 - 12:00 16:00 - 19:00
Saturday	10:00 - 12:00 16:00 - 19:00

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