Museo Marinaro Gio Bono Ferrari

The Maritime Museum "Gio Bono Ferrari" is a significant site in Camogli, a city in the metropolitan area of Genoa. It is conveniently located in the central Via Gio Bono Ferrari, close to the historic center of the city. This location makes it easily accessible for tourists who are exploring the city and its rich history.

Collection of the Maritime Museum "Gio Bono Ferrari"

The museum's collection, largely donated by private individuals, spans a significant period in history. It includes nautical objects from the time of Napoleon Bonaparte's French domination (the Ligurian Republic and the First French Empire, from 1797-1815) up to the First World War. This wide range of artifacts offers visitors a comprehensive view of maritime history during these periods.

Exhibits at the Maritime Museum "Gio Bono Ferrari"

The Maritime Museum "Gio Bono Ferrari" houses a variety of exhibits that include relics, scale models of sailing ships, nautical instruments used for navigation, and ancient prints and paintings from the time. Among these is one of the oldest paintings in the collection, which depicts a pinco from 1790. These exhibits provide a tangible connection to the past, allowing visitors to visualize and better understand the maritime history.