The home of Raffaele Bendandi, a seismologist and astronomer from Faenza, houses a laboratory that became the setting for scientific experiments, especially on seismic phenomena.
Born into a modest working-class family and self-taught, Bendandi devoted himself with determination to innovative studies, developing theories on the cosmic origin of earthquakes—largely unrecognized, but highly intriguing.
Documents, monographs, articles, books, furnishings, personal items, and photographs help convey the authentic atmosphere of the place. Of particular interest are the handcrafted seismographs, entirely built by Bendandi thanks to his skills as a turner, engraver, and watchmaker. These instruments, still functional, demonstrate his extraordinary technical expertise and innovative spirit.
Accessing the courtyard, from which Bendandi observed the sun and conducted studies on sunspots, leads to the Planetarium, an evocative installation created in 1986 by the Franciscan Father Giovanni Lambertini. This Stellarium painted with fluorescent colors transforms the blue cellar vault into an immersive three-dimensional representation of celestial objects, offering visitors a fascinating and engaging view of the cosmos.
Free entry by reservation.
