ReStory - Recovering Past Stories for the Future: A Synergistic Approach to Textual and Oral Heritage of Small Communities

ID call: HORIZON-CL2-2023-HERITAGE-01 Cultural heritage in transformation – facing change with confidence

Sapienza's role in the project: Affiliated entity

Scientific supervisor for Sapienza: Andrea Fara

Department: History, Anthropology, Religion, Arts and Performing Arts 

Project start date: January 1, 2024

Project end date: December 31, 2026

Abstract:

To revive forgotten traditions and reconnect communities with their past, the EU-funded RESTORY project aims to delve into the untold stories of small communities. Departing from the conventional focus on monumental heritage, the project synergises textual and oral narratives to spotlight the overlooked cultural treasures of yesteryear. By exploring collective agency through texts and interviews, the project sheds light on sustainable practices in schooling, recycling, and affective-based communication. Specifically targeting Transylvanian Saxon heritage, RESTORY combines methodologically-hybrid case studies with international collaborations. Beyond academia, the project invites cultural professionals to training sessions, fostering a bridge between historical wisdom and contemporary needs for sustainable development..

Sapienza's specific project contribution: Production activities, pollution, and urban hygiene in Rome between the 14th and 16th centuries