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Museo Civico Craveri di Storia Naturale: A Window into Natural History

Explore natural history at Museo Craveri in Bra: zoology, botany, geology, and paleontology exhibits await!

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The Museo Civico Craveri di Storia Naturale in Bra, Italy, is a natural history museum established in the mid-19th century from a private collection. Founded by the Craveri family, it showcases a diverse range of specimens, including zoological, botanical, and geological exhibits, reflecting the family's passion for the natural sciences.

A brief summary to Museo Civico Craveri di Storia Naturale

  • Thursday 3 pm-6 pm
  • Sunday 10 am-12:30 pm

Local tips

  • Check the museum's official website for the most up-to-date information on opening hours and any special events.
  • Consider visiting during the week to avoid larger crowds.
  • Allocate at least 2-3 hours to fully explore the museum's diverse collections.
  • Combine your visit with a stroll through Bra's historic center.
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Getting There

  • Walking

    From the central Piazza Caduti di Nassirya, walk east along Via XX Settembre, then turn right onto Via Barbacana. Continue onto Via Umberto I, then turn left onto Via Craveri. The museum will be on your left. The walk is approximately 500m and should take about 5-7 minutes.

  • Public Transport

    From Bra train station, take a local bus. Several bus lines connect the train station to the city center. Get off at a stop near Piazza Caduti di Nassirya and follow the walking directions. A single bus ticket costs approximately €1.50.

  • Taxi

    Taxis are available in Bra. A taxi ride from the Bra train station to the Museo Civico Craveri di Storia Naturale will cost approximately €7-10. Taxi stands are located near the train station.

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The Museo Civico Craveri di Storia Naturale, located in Bra, Italy, offers a captivating journey through the world of natural history. Founded in the mid-19th century, the museum began as a private collection of the Craveri family, particularly Angelo Craveri and his sons Federico and Ettore. Their passion for the natural sciences led them to amass a diverse collection of specimens, which they displayed in their home. The museum's collection spans across various disciplines, including zoology, botany, and geology. Visitors can explore exhibits featuring minerals, rocks, fossils, and a wide array of animal and plant specimens. The museum also features a greenhouse with a collection of succulent plants. Of particular interest are the fossil skull of the Sirenio di Bra, the Imperial Woodpecker from Mexico, and the Craveri's Murrelet. The museum is housed in Palazzo Traversa. The layout includes the Sala Craveri, Earth Science Rooms, a Local Geopaleontology Hall, and halls dedicated to invertebrates, insects, fish, amphibians, reptiles, European avifauna, and the prehistory of the Teneré. The museum also hosts a series of rotating exhibits and educational activities.

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