Dive into the past of a unique city
An event that brings to light the history and culture of the early 1900s, but not only.
A historical reenactment that aims to recreate the atmosphere of the early 20th-century industrial era in Schio's historic center, a golden age for the city that made Schio one of Italy's most important wool-producing centers, so much so that it was compared to Manchester in England. The event features themed activities in the main streets of the center and in key locations along Schio Rossiana, such as the Jacquard Garden, the Rossi Nursery, the Fabbrica Alta Park, Via Carducci, and Via Pasubio, known as "Sareo."
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2024
COMING SOON EVENT PROGRAM
Schio, the Manchester of Italy
The history of Schio is inextricably linked to the figure of Alessandro Rossi and the industrial archaeology of the early 1900s, a period during which the city flourished socially, economically, and culturally.
Schio is one of Italy's leading wool hubs: wool production had long been a part of the Schio economy; since the 12th century, wool processing complemented farming within families, thus developing technical knowledge, capital movement, trade, and mercantile and entrepreneurial skills. Precisely because of its powerful wool industry, the city was dubbed the "Manchester" of Italy: a strong connection with Anglo-Saxon culture that remains even today. Alessandro Rossi himself and his colleagues made countless trips across the Channel, also participating in numerous initiatives such as the London Expo. Much of the evidence found in the Schio area dates back to Rossi's era, as the entrepreneur undertook various infrastructure development projects in the area and developed a substantial network of institutions and agencies aimed at managing and controlling the rapidly growing workforce.
The Schio Project, Italy's Manchester, aims to bring to life the atmosphere of that era, including lavish bourgeois gatherings, the working days of the Fabbrica Alta workers, and the simple life of the villagers. A journey back in time at the foot of the Piccole Dolomiti Vicentine.
EVENT PROGRAM
The event will unfold through the main streets of Schio's historic center, visiting key sites of the Schio Rossiana era such as the Jacquard Garden, the Fabbrica Alta Park, the Civic Theater, Via Carducci, and the Rossi District, with costumed activities, guided tours, and musical entertainment.
Discover the story of two of the most important places that have made Schio a symbol of industrial archaeology both nationally and internationally: the Jacquard Garden and the Fabbrica Alta, where our journey through time will begin.
How to reach us
Train, car or bus
Schio is located 30 km north of the city of Vicenza (at the foot of the Alpine foothills): it can be reached by car following the SS 46 del Pasubio which starts from Vicenza or the A31 Valdastico motorway, exiting at the Thiene-Schio toll booth.
The city is also connected to the capital and neighboring municipalities by a local railway line and a frequent bus line.
Bus Timetables
Schio has numerous parking lots, both free and paid.
The most convenient ways to reach the event are:
Parking lot on Via Milano (adjacent to the railway station)
High Factory Parking
Parking lot on Via San Giovanni Bosco
Parking on Gaminella Street
Former freight yard parking lot – Railway Station
MAIN SPONSOR
The project partners
TRAMA is a non-profit cultural association that aims to enhance the richness and uniqueness of the Vicenza area and its province, to facilitate an approach to the environment and the recovery of traditions, and to stimulate local tourism development attentive to historical, artistic, and cultural themes.
Quivirgola is an independent bookstore and communications studio, the brainchild of Eleonora and Valentina. A place where you can feel at home and find books from independent publishers, carefully selected and enthusiastically curated, on every shelf. Quivirgola is also a hub for creative ideas, including events, small cultural festivals, workshops, and self-produced projects, which provide a platform for young creatives and foster cultural networking with other local organizations.
Schio Teatro Ottanta is the oldest theater in the city of Schio, having staged 31 productions, performed throughout the province and beyond, and is selected among Italy's most important national theater festivals. In addition to its prose productions, since 1988 it has run the annual "La bottega del Teatro" acting school, with an average of twenty students each year.
Born from Marco Carollo's passion, Enoteca Joja is located in the heart of Via Carducci, ready to offer you quality wines and foods, made by independent producers who work with great passion and attention to detail in selecting the raw materials.
Caffè Roma, a historic café in the center of Schio, was founded on the ashes of a former fifteenth-century convent. It is still run by the family that over 50 years ago made it a meeting place and a place of entertainment for Schio's young and old.
In 1994 it was transformed into a brewery, thus creating an innovative venue in an ever-evolving sector, accompanied by the dedication and uniqueness that has made it famous over the years.
Today a renowned Osteria in the heart of the city, it was once also known as the "Due spade" Hotel, where Ernest Hemingway stayed briefly during his stay in Schio. It is one of the oldest hotels in Schio, having been in business since the early 1900s. Today, it offers traditional Venetian dishes with a modern twist.
At the crossroads of four streets, or Corobbo, the city's first hospital for the poor, the Baratto, was built in the mid-17th century. It has been home to the Renato Bortoli Civic Library since 1988. It also houses important historical and archival collections, including the Pasini-Salasco, Senator Alessandro Rossi, Giovanni Calendoli, and Architects Ferruccio Chemello and Vincenzo Bonato collections. The historical and ancient section contains well-preserved ancient books, parchments, geographical maps, and illuminated manuscripts from the 15th century.
Historic Club Schio is a club that brings together those who own or are simply passionate about vintage vehicles.
The Club, founded in 1991 and federated with the Automotoclub Storico Italiano since 1993, currently has around 2000 members and organizes numerous initiatives throughout the year: Historic at Quota 1000, Anello del Paradiso, Historic nel Medioevo, Vaca Mora and many others.
Herbalist's shop on Via Sareo
ASCOM SCHIO
MUNICIPALITY OF SCHIO
HEART OF SCHIO