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| Soprintendenza Archeologia della Calabria | |
|---|---|
| Name | Soprintendenza Archeologia della Calabria |
| Native name | Soprintendenza Archeologia della Calabria |
| Formed | 20th century |
| Jurisdiction | Calabria, Italy |
| Headquarters | Reggio Calabria |
| Chief1 name | -- |
| Parent agency | Ministero della Cultura (Italia) |
Soprintendenza Archeologia della Calabria is the regional authority responsible for archaeological heritage in Calabria, Italy, administering excavation, conservation, and site management across the Metropolitan City of Reggio Calabria, Province of Cosenza, Province of Crotone, and Province of Vibo Valentia. The office interfaces with national bodies such as the Ministero della Cultura (Italia), regional administrations, and academic institutions including the Università della Calabria and the Università degli Studi Magna Graecia di Catanzaro to coordinate research, protection, and public access to sites from prehistoric settlements to Magna Graecia colonies. Its remit spans interaction with international organizations such as UNESCO, European initiatives like the European Heritage Days, and bilateral projects with institutions including the British Museum and the Smithsonian Institution.
The agency traces its origins to early 20th-century Italian cultural administration reforms under the Kingdom of Italy and subsequent republican reorganizations after World War II, reflecting shifts seen in institutions such as the Soprintendenza per i Beni Archeologici di Napoli and the Soprintendenza per i Beni Archeologici della Sicilia. Its evolution mirrored national legislation including the Codice dei beni culturali e del paesaggio, and adaptations following European frameworks such as the Valletta Convention and programs coordinated by the Council of Europe. Over decades the office engaged with major archaeological campaigns linked to scholars associated with the Istituto Italiano di Archeologia, and participated in recovery operations during events like the 1970 Irpinia earthquake and infrastructure projects following the Anas road developments and Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane expansions.
The Soprintendenza operates regional offices in principal centers such as Reggio Calabria, Cosenza, Crotone, and Vibo Valentia, with administrative ties to the Ministero della Cultura (Italia) and coordination with regional entities like the Regione Calabria. Its jurisdiction covers protection of material culture from Paleolithic sites related to research by scholars from the Istituto Nazionale di Studi Etruschi e Italici to Hellenistic sanctuaries tied to Locri Epizefiri, and Roman villas comparable to those investigated at Pietrabbondante and along the Via Appia. The organizational structure includes departments for excavations, conservation, archives, and legal affairs working with judicial organs in cases of antiquities trafficking and collaborations with law enforcement such as the Carabinieri Tutela Patrimonio Culturale.
Major sites under its oversight include the sanctuary complexes of Locri Epizefiri, the ancient centers at Rhegion (modern Reggio Calabria), the territorial deposits near Crotone associated with Pythagoras's milieu, and the Greek colonial remains at Scolacium (near Roccelletta di Borgia). Projects encompass long-term excavations at Kaulon, archaeological surveys in the Aspromonte and Sila areas, underwater archaeology along the Strait of Messina and Tyrrhenian coast in cooperation with the Istituto Superiore per la Conservazione ed il Restauro, and rescue archaeology conducted for infrastructure schemes linked to the Autostrada A3 and Corridoio Mediterraneo. The office also manages museum contexts such as the Museo Nazionale della Magna Grecia and regional collections on display in institutions like the Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Reggio Calabria.
Conservation programs follow principles reflected in international charters such as the Venice Charter and standards practiced by restoration bodies like the Istituto Superiore per la Conservazione ed il Restauro. Work includes stabilization of Greek temples, mosaics, frescoes, and amphorae conservation from Hellenistic shipwrecks, as well as architectural consolidation at sites comparable to interventions at Paestum and Pompeii. Emergency response for looting and natural hazards involves coordination with the Protezione Civile and research exchanges with the Getty Conservation Institute and the World Monuments Fund for capacity building and training of conservators.
The Soprintendenza supports academic research published in partnership with presses like Carocci Editore and journals such as the Journal of Roman Archaeology and Italian periodicals including Bollettino d'Arte. It sponsors field schools in collaboration with universities like the Università degli Studi di Messina and international programs with entities such as the École française de Rome and the Deutsches Archäologisches Institut. Educational outreach includes lectures, guided tours, and temporary exhibitions coordinated with museums such as the Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Cosenza and participation in cultural initiatives like the Notte dei Musei and regional school curricula in partnership with the Ministero dell'Istruzione.
Partnerships extend to research institutes such as the CNR (Consiglio Nazionale delle Ricerche), universities including the Università degli Studi di Napoli "L'Orientale", and international museums such as the Louvre and the Pergamon Museum for loans and conservation programs. The Soprintendenza engages with EU funding instruments like Horizon 2020 and the European Regional Development Fund for cross-border heritage projects, and cooperates with NGOs including ICOMOS and ICCROM on site management, risk preparedness, and capacity-building initiatives.
Public services comprise guided visits, interpretive panels, and educational programming at sites and museums including the Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Reggio Calabria and archaeological parks such as Parco Archeologico di Locri. Visitor management aligns with accessibility policies promoted by the Ministero del Turismo and event programming during cultural festivals such as the Taormina Film Fest-era regional collaborations and Ferragosto cultural offerings. Ticketing, site conservation conditions, and digital resources are developed in dialogue with regional tourism boards and platforms like Italia.it to balance preservation with sustainable cultural tourism.
Category:Archaeological organizations in Italy Category:Calabria