Ethnographic Tiranese Museum

The Museo Etnografico Tiranese (MET) is an ethnographic museum located in Tirano, a city nestled in the Valtellina valley of the Lombardy region, specifically in the Province of Sondrio. The museum offers a deep dive into the life and culture of the mountainous rural world of Valtellina.

The Museum's Location and Building

The collection of the Museo Etnografico Tiranese is housed in the Casa del Penitenziere, an 18th-century palazzo located in close proximity to the Basilica Madonna di Tirano. This location not only adds to the historical charm of the museum but also provides easy access to other significant landmarks in the city.

The Collection of the Museo Etnografico Tiranese

Since its establishment in 1973, the Museo Etnografico Tiranese has amassed a collection of more than 14,000 objects, with about 7,000 of these on display in the museum's exhibition rooms. This extensive collection provides a comprehensive overview of the region's history and culture.