On 17 and 18 May events, performances and tastings to celebrate the Nuit Européenne des Musées and the International Museum Day between youth research, archaeology and food and wine culture
The National Archaeological Museum of Reggio Calabria participates in the 21st edition of the Nuit Européenne des Musées, promoted by the French Ministry of Culture and sponsored by the Council of Europe, UNESCO and ICOM.
On Saturday, May 17, 2025 the Museum proposes a day of events that combine the charm of history, the value of youthful research and the pleasure of the senses. It begins in the morning at 10:30 in the conference room of the Museum, with the presentation of the work carried out by the group of Archeofili of the Liceo Scientifico “L. da Vinci” of Reggio Calabria, in the presence of the School Director Prof.ssa Antonella Borrello, and the course manager Prof.ssa Cinzia Generoso.
The students will illustrate their path of research and dissemination, projecting materials created by them, including a thematic poster and an original video entitled “Beauty and war” that stages a suggestive dialogue between Aphrodite and Ares, The result of a study on myth and classical culture.
The program also includes a guided tour by some students of the Archeofili group, who will accompany the public through the rooms of the Museum, explaining the archaeological materials chosen and referring to the film “Beauty and war” and exhibited in the rooms of the Museum.
In the evening, starting at 20:00 and with last entry at 22:30, it will be possible to visit the MArRC at a symbolic cost of 1 €, except for the gratuities provided by law. While on the panoramic terrace of the Museum, will take place the solidarity event “Wines and vinyls”, already sold out, promoted in collaboration with the association Ashiafatima. A refined tasting of Calabrian wines, provided by the Tramontana Winery, the Ceramida Cellars and Vigne Calarco accompanied by the warm sounds of music on vinyl. The food and wine tour will be enriched by the creativity of Chef Filippo Cogliandro, known for his social commitment and his cuisine inspired by the territory. A perfect blend of history, taste and music in a unique atmosphere, suspended between heaven and earth, between myth, archaeology and beauty.
On Sunday, May 18, to celebrate the International Museum Day (International Museum Day) promoted by ICOM, the Archaeological Museum of Reggio Calabria promotes a special event dedicated to the enhancement of culture in all its forms. At 18:00, in the picturesque Piazza Paolo Orsi, will be held the concert “8mm: The sound of Italian cinema”, an unmissable appointment for music and film lovers. A concert for strings and piano that retraces the history of our country through the music that marked Italian cinema of the twentieth century. From the intimate atmospheres of neorealism to the great scenarios of the economic boom, the OSB – Orchestra Sinfonica Brutia, re-reads soundtracks by masters such as Carlo Rustichelli, Piero Piccioni, Manuel De Sica, Riz Ortolani, Stelvio Cipriani and Ennio Morricone, Returning to the public the evocative strength and elegance of a timeless artistic heritage. The event is free of charge until seats are exhausted, while to access the rooms of the Museum it is necessary to buy the ordinary ticket.
Part of the press release was prepared in collaboration with the group of Archeofili of the Liceo Scientifico “L. da Vinci” of Reggio Calabria.