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S3 Ep.10 - The Last Dockyard Brotherhood: Stories from Venice’s Mutual Aid Society

In this episode of Venice Talks, we sit down with Cesare Peris, president of the historic Società di Mutuo Soccorso fra Carpentieri e Calafati, a unique Venetian institution rooted in solidarity, shipbuilding, and memory.

🔑 In this episode, we explore:

The fascinating origins and mission of one of Venice’s oldest mutual aid societies

Who the carpentieri e calafati were, and their essential role in the life of the Arsenale

How the SMSCC has evolved through the centuries, adapting to today’s challenges

Why preserving historical memory and traditional crafts matters now more than ever

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