Bz '18-'45

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Jun 17, 2025 - Jun 18, 2025
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A Deep Reflection on History: Bz '18-'45

This museum offers insights into Bolzano's tumultuous past, focusing on the ramifications of fascism and Nazi occupation.

Founded in 2014, the museum was built around the Monument to Victory, originally inaugurated on 12 July 1928 by King Victor Emmanuel III. Designed by Marcello Piacentini, the monument highlights the Italianization efforts post-WWI, emphasizing the cultural and political tensions in South Tyrol.

Thought-Provoking Exhibits

💡 The exhibit presents radical urban transformation during Mussolini's regime, providing historical context and analysis.
🎭 Unique architecture featuring lictorial pillars and a provocative Latin inscription adds to its historical allure.
🗣️ Engaging reflections on regional identity amidst socio-political upheaval enhance visitor understanding.

Visitors can access the museum for free, making it a suitable destination for tourists, families, and historians.

Interesting Facts about Natural History MuseumBz '18-'45

Monument's Inauguration

Inaugurated on July 12, 1928, the monument's ceremony was attended by King Victor Emmanuel III.

Counter-Demonstration

The inauguration prompted a counter-demonstration in Innsbruck with 10,000 attendees.

Cultural Tensions

The monument has been the focal point of tensions between Italian and German-speaking communities since its establishment.

European Recognition

In 2016, the museum's exhibition received a commendation at the European Museum of the Year Awards for promoting humanism and democracy.

Location

Piazza della Vittoria

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