The museum documents the history of rural and artisan work in the middle plain of Reggio Emilia. The exhibition aims to enhance the local culture and territory, rediscovering past traditions and ancient crafts through everyday objects and work tools in an itinerary that has been divided into several themes: the territory, agricultural production, hemp, chip and sorghum processing, food processing, rural house.
A section is dedicated to the working tradition and the productive dimension of the family of Raffaele Bertani, agricultural master of the early 20th century. Of particular interest at the entrance is a collection of tower clocks from Otello Gallingani’s private collection. The visit is also accompanied by paintings by Anselmo Govi and Giannino Tamagnini, depicting scenes of life and work in the countryside.
