The Museum of Maps is participating in Romanian Design Week (RDW) with two exciting events that celebrate cultural heritage through maps, architecture, and music, offering visitors a unique experience.
Events Overview
1. Guided Tour: "Hărțile Cristinei"
- Date: Friday, May 23, 2025, at 18:00
- Lead: Cristina Toma, the manager of the Museum of Maps
- Description: This informal guided tour focuses on the stories behind maps and museums. Participants will engage in a dialogue about cultural heritage and share their perspectives, sparking new ideas.
2. Concert: "Jazz in the Garden!"
- Date: Saturday, May 24, 2025
- Time:
- 10:00 – 18:30: Free access to the Museum of Maps
- 19:00: Concert by Paolo Profeti European Collective
- Support: This concert is supported by the Union of Interpretative Creation of Musicians in Romania (UCIMR).
- Music Style: The group combines influences from rock and cinematic music while retaining authentic jazz roots.
- Band Members: Paolo Profeti (alto saxophone, compositions, arrangements), Siegmar Brecher (bass clarinet), Michele Bonifati (electric guitar), Giacomo Papetti (bass), Alessandro Rossi (drums), with special guest Sebastian Burneci (trumpet).
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About Romanian Design Week
- Dates: May 16-25, 2025
- Theme: "Design Tomorrow Today," highlighting how design can shape the future and the community’s adaptability to changing realities.
- Organization: A multidisciplinary festival by The Institute, presented by UniCredit Bank. The full program can be accessed online or through the festival app.
Museum of Maps Mission
Located in Bucharest, the Museum aims to be a vital institution for public engagement and culture. It emphasizes research, interaction, and continuous education through temporary exhibitions, workshops, conferences, concerts, and various events for a diverse audience seeking quality cultural experiences.
The museum is also supported by the Romanian Ministry of Culture and the Municipality of Bucharest, through ARCUB.
