Through hundreds of tools and interactive devices, the Museum of Peasant Civilization of Stabio, awarded for its welcoming and inclusive approach, rediscovers the know-how of ancient artisans and the ingenuity of artisans. VisitAxes, horseshoes, mouse traps (some very sophisticated), bells, a wheeled meter, measuring instruments using weights... Some tools are real art works, such as these carefully carved wooden combs, created to brush hemp, or…
Through hundreds of tools and interactive devices, the Museum of Peasant Civilization of Stabio, awarded for its welcoming and inclusive approach, rediscovers the know-how of ancient artisans and the ingenuity of artisans. VisitAxes, horseshoes, mouse traps (some very sophisticated), bells, a wheeled meter, measuring instruments using weights... Some tools are real art works, such as these carefully carved wooden combs, created to brush hemp, or…
Through paintings, sculptures, photographs, engravings and objects, it is shown that things tell stories about the economy, commerce, religion, gender and the environment.