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The Museum of Farming Life in Montefoscoli
An exhibition of historical farming tools
Palaia
Via Andrea Vaccà, 49, 56036 Montefoscoli PI
The Museum of Farming Life (Museo della civiltà contadina) in Montefoscoli is housed in palazzo Vaccà Berlinghieri. It celebrates local agricultural traditions and the ancient way of life of past generations of farmers.The museum highlights man’s changing relationship with nature over the centuries by showing various tools and equipment used by farmers. All of the items on display come from the San Gervasio farm in Palaia.
Info: museociviltacontadinamontefoscoli.it
Info: museociviltacontadinamontefoscoli.it
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