Museo della Barca Lariana Events

The Museo della Barca Lariana entered the heart of its 2023 season in May with a programme of cultural events.

The museum introduced a series of conferences called “Aperistorie al Museo”, combining fascinating stories with a shared aperitivo.

Most meetings took place on Sundays at 6:00 PM and ended with an opportunity to enjoy an aperitivo together.

The programme explored art, myths and traditions of Lake Como, offering visitors different perspectives on the region’s heritage.

Aperistorie at Museo della Barca Lariana

The first two meetings, held on Sunday, May 7, and Sunday, May 14, focused on the history of mulberry trees and silk production.

During the second event, visitors also enjoyed a special screening of “La seta di Ico”, a previously unseen film about the textile industry that was once believed to be lost.

On Sunday, May 21, Francesca Mai and Mario Calzoni introduced participants to some of the most scenic hiking trails in the mountains surrounding Lake Como.

The final two events took place on Saturday, May 27, and Sunday, May 28.

A Musical Among Historic Boats

On Saturday, May 27, the museum welcomed a musical performance among its historic boats for the first time.

The Revolution musical project offered visitors an evening of music and entertainment.

Unlike the other events, the performance began at 9:30 PM rather than 6:00 PM.

Discovering the Health of Lake Como

The final meeting took place on Sunday, May 28, with Massimo Gozzi discussing the environmental health of Lake Como.

In particular, the event highlighted the importance of regularly monitoring the lake’s water.

This process helps researchers understand the changes taking place year after year.

Moreover, water quality directly affects the animals living in the lake. Therefore, monitoring these conditions is essential for protecting its ecosystem.

For more details about the programme, visit the official Museo della Barca Lariana events page.

Information About Museo della Barca Lariana

The Museo della Barca Lariana is located in Pianello del Lario, on the shores of Lake Como.

The museum is divided into two sections: one dedicated to historic boats and the other to contemporary art.

Inside, visitors can admire an extensive collection of traditional boats from the Lake Como area.

These vessels tell the story of navigation on the lake, from fishing and cargo transport to passenger services.

The collection also includes steam-powered boats and more modern vessels, showing how navigation has evolved over time.

In addition, the museum offers guided tours and educational activities for children.

These experiences provide an opportunity to discover the history, traditions and culture of Lake Como.

As a result, Museo della Barca Lariana is an important cultural attraction that helps preserve the region’s maritime heritage.

Above all, the museum aims to tell the history of boating in Lombardy and on Lake Como through its extraordinary collection of over 400 boats.