Museum of the ‘Focarazza’ of Saint Catherine – Roccalbegna – Il Monte Amiata

Address

Via Roma n. 15 – Santa Caterina – Roccalbegna

Museum

This ethnographic collection of the celebration of the Fire of Saint Catherine is housed in the premises of a former blacksmith’s forge. The museum documents the work, traditions and rituals relating to the traditional celebratory bonfire, the use of fire in daily life and the wood deriving from trees of Monte Amiata. The exhibition is divided into two sections, the first of which comprises a collection of objects used for work and domestic activities related to fire. The second focuses on the “stollo”, a long symbolic wooden pole, used in the celebration to construct the “Focarazza”, or bonfire. The ancient ritual dedicated to Saint Catherine of Alexandria, is renewed every 24th November and is the most important festivity for the whole local community. The evocative stages of the celebration are illustrated with rich photographic documentation. The museum also has a significant collection of traditional children’s games. Guided tours and educational workshops are available.

Activities

Guided museum tours and educational workshops

Bookshop

No

Accessibility for people with disabilities

Partially accessible

Opening Hours

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Contact us

Museum System Coordination Office:
Luisa Colombini: (+39) 0564 96 52 68
sistemamusealeamiata@uc-amiata.gr.it
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Info and reservations:
Mob.(+39)347 19 15 174