In some rooms of the Palazzo Castelmur in Coltura, the Bergell Historical Society has an extensive archive of documents and photographs.
This year the association is organizing an exhibition of photographs by Agostino Fasciati alias Fulvio Reto for the first time.
Agostino Fasciati was certainly little known as a photographer, but he was a multifaceted personality who was active in various social areas.
In addition to his dedicated teaching work, he was also a journalist, poet, politician, socialist and even photographer.
Location: Soglio: partly outside, in the streets of the city, partly in a barn. At the village entrances, an explanatory poster with texts in Italian, German and English as well as a map indicates the location of the photos, all also contained in a QR code.
When: From May 1st to October 20th Opening times: Always open (not lit)
MOSTRA “La montagna che si trasforma: le frane e il loro impatto sulla società”
Luogo Pretorio, Vicosoprano Apertura venerdì/sabato e domenica e le giornate festive 25/26.12.2023, 01.01.2024 e lunedì 01.04.2024, 9.00 ore - 19.00 ore Informazione ¨+41 81 822 15 30, Sito web
Before settling in Soglio, he visited the mountain cantons of Switzerland, living in each one for eight months. Living there allowed him to get to know the local people and to intensively experience his favourite subjects: mountains, landscapes, flowers, everyday scenes linked to tradition.
With his solo exhibition, mountain and orchid painter Tony Weishaupt has definitely found his home in Soglio.
In the old stable and hayloft next to the Hotel Palazzo Salis, the works merge in a unique symbiosis with the traditional building made of stone and wood. Discover the new gallery - the exhibition will run until the end of the season.
Where: Palazzo Salis barn in Soglio When: July to the end of October.
In the pavilion building, which continues to be used as a waiting room for the post bus stop, the SALA VIAGGIATORI (TRAVELERS' ROOM) has been created- an exhibition space under the direction of curator Luciano Fasciati. Twice a year, a wall display case will be used for thematic exhibitions dedicated to visual art, design and everyday culture.
Mondi costruiti (31.03.2024 - 13.05.2025)
We are delighted to invite you to the opening of the "Constructed Worlds" exhibition. The events takes place in all weathers.
Regional collecting culture You can collect more than just mushrooms, berries or hunting trophies, panini pictures, stamps, stones, shells or air miles. The exhibition shows a snapshot of current regional amateur collecting culture. The aim is to highlight and possibly correct the preconception of down-to-earth folk culture and leisure activities. correct. The boundary between high and trivial culture should become fluid and an approach to folk and everyday culture should be made possible.
Today a museum that attempts to reflect the people and the nature of this valley, this Ciaesa Granda (large House) is the property of the Societa culturale, who had decided in 1952 to preserve this imposing structure and establish a museum. A great number of dioramas show the fauna that inhabites this valley. Other installations show the crafts practised in the past and the present.
The special ambience of the imposing patrician house of the 16th century is enriched by a small collection of high quality paintings exhibited in the underground area that is used as an exhibition room . "The Stampa phenomenon" is part of the landscape and cultural heritage of the Valley. The collection of works of art by the original Bregaglian artists Giovanni, Augusto, Alberto and Diego Giacometti and by Varlin (who spent several years in Bondo), although modest in quantity, reflects, above all thematically, their intimate relationship with the Valley.
Opening time - CLOSED from June 1st to October 20, 2pm - 5pm. Monday closed. From July 15 to August 31, 11am to 5pm Fee Adults CHF 8.-, students and children CHF 4.-,
An old basement of the Casa Stampa, next to the Ciäsa Granda Museum, houses an exhibition of personality of the Val Bregaglia. Biographies of people who are still active and of people who are now deceased are told. The first 7 films present artists, architects, administrators, lawyers, farmers, artisans, bursars, politicians, sportsmen and mountaineers, aothers will be added soon.
These are stories of those who have found a way to move forward in the valley, some creatively, others entrepreneurially. These are stories of those who sought their fortune in the rest of the world and of those who arrived in the valley and built their future.
Their connection to Soglio and interest in historic buildings inspired Ugo and Elena Giacometti to acquire and restore a farmhouse and barn - owned by Elena's family for several generations - as well as to restore an abandoned smithy located nearby. The three buildings in Gassa d'la Streccia were opened to the public for the first time in 2017 with an open day. Since then, cultural activities, photo exhibitions and guided tours have been organized. Photographs are on display in the smithy, which is used as an exhibition space. The two-story building is accessible to the public from Easter to the end of October.
Opening hours and access
During the tourist season, the smithy is always open and freely accessible to the public. Caution and regard are requested. Children are allowed access only in the presence of an adult. Insurance is the responsibility of visitors; the owners disclaim any liability.
Information
Price free donation Information Ugo and Elena Giacometti, Via Principale 10, 7603 Vicosoprano , This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Via Principale 1 · 7608 Castasegna
