Understanding Cultural Heritage in Italy
Italian cultural heritage encompasses movable and immovable goods of artistic, historical, archaeological, or civilizational significance, as well as landscape areas reflecting cultural and natural values.
History
Populonia Station: Industrial Heritage to Scenic Stop
Published in March 2020, this article traces the history of Populonia railway station in Tuscany, from its contentious construction in 1879 to its mid-20th-century recognition as one of Italy’s finest.
Digital Technology and Cultural Heritage in Italy
Published in February 2020, this article examines how digital technologies are reshaping the preservation and promotion of Italy’s cultural heritage through new tools and participatory platforms.
Origins of Italy’s National Anthem: Mameli
Published in January 2020, this article traces the creation of Italy’s national anthem to autumn 1847 in Genoa, where young poet Goffredo Mameli wrote the words and Michele Novaro composed the music.
Fascism Apology in Italian Law: Legal Limits
Published in May 2019, this article examines Italy’s constitutional ban on fascist reorganization and the 1952 Scelba Law, exploring how courts have interpreted laws against fascist propaganda while protecting freedom of expression.
Italy’s Fight Against Illegal Art Exports
Italy, among the nations most affected by illegal export of cultural and archaeological goods, has developed legal and investigative tools to recover stolen heritage through coordinated diplomatic and institutional efforts.
Carabinieri TPC: Protecting Italy’s Treasures
Established in 1969, Italy’s Carabinieri command for cultural heritage protection was the world’s first specialized police unit dedicated to combating art theft and illicit antiquities trafficking.
36,000 Historical Maps from Library of Congress
The Library of Congress has digitized over 36,000 maps spanning from the 12th century to the present, all available online for free consultation and download. The collection includes city plans, celestial charts, and atlases from cartographers worldwide.
Stories as Business Strategy: Brand Awareness
Published in January 2019, this guide examines how companies can leverage Stories on Snapchat, Instagram, and Facebook to build brand awareness and engage customers through contests, product launches, and behind-the-scenes content.