The North Adriatic Sea Port Authority promotes every year a series of initiatives aimed at rediscovering the port and maritime origins of the City, encouraging dialogue with the local community.
A Traditional Event
For over two decades, the “Open Port” program has been fostering dialogue between the port and the city, involving a diverse array of individuals, from students to citizens of all ages eager to delve deeper into the dynamic world of the port. Traditionally focused on unveiling Venice’s port reality, the program has since expanded to encompass initiatives aimed at comprehending the broader lagoon port panorama, also involving the city of Chioggia.
A Traditional Event
For over two decades, the “Open Port” program has been fostering dialogue between the port and the city, involving a diverse array of individuals, from students to citizens of all ages eager to delve deeper into the dynamic world of the port. Traditionally focused on unveiling Venice’s port reality, the program has since expanded to encompass initiatives aimed at comprehending the broader lagoon port panorama, also involving the city of Chioggia.
A Historical and Educational Journey
The program titled “Venice and Chioggia: Open Ports. Navigating between the Docks of Yesterday and Today” distinguishes itself by offering a historical journey that recounts the maritime origins of Venice and Chioggia and the symbiotic relationship with their ports. These two urban centers have always thrived as port cities, with maritime trade continuing to bring wealth, culture, and international connectivity to them today, just as it did in the past.
On “young” ports
Among the “Open Port” activities, several are specifically designed for schools, with the aim of guiding students on a journey of rediscovering the maritime culture through a trifecta of education, information, and entertainment.
The Port Days
Annually, the Port Authority partakes in the nationwide initiative known as “Italian Port Days” promoted by Assoporti. This initiative seeks to open the ports to the city and its residents, unveiling the various locations, infrastructures, and professions within the realm of ports and logistics. It fosters opportunities for dialogue and discussion, breathing life into the spaces connecting the port and the city.
Among the organized activities are guided tours of the port, where participants board motorboats and navigate the lagoon port channels, accessing areas typically off-limits. Port Authority personnel provide explanations about ships, cargo, and operations transpiring on the docks.
Additionally, guided tours of the port areas are conducted on land, with tours at the Venezia Heritage Tower, e repurposed cooling tower now functioning as an exhibition space and a museum of business culture.
There is also a wealth of activities for the little ones, where Faro De Faris, the mascot, guides young explorers through the discovery of ports, their history, operations, and the people who work there. This instrument has inspired recreational-educational workshops and specialized publications.
Other initiatives
Furthermore, the program supports or creates significant city events for the local area. These encompass traditional events that engage the local community, as well as sporting events that traverse the city’s waterfront or focus on rowing and nautical disciplines. Thanks to the program’s initiatives, individuals can connect with the “port” and “lagoon” facets of Venice, whether by exploring the waterfront of Santa Marta, San Basilio Marittima, and San Giuliano, engaging in sports in the midst of the lagoon ecosystem, or getting up close to the port terminals.
A Historical and Educational Journey
The program titled “Venice and Chioggia: Open Ports. Navigating between the Docks of Yesterday and Today” distinguishes itself by offering a historical journey that recounts the maritime origins of Venice and Chioggia and the symbiotic relationship with their ports. These two urban centers have always thrived as port cities, with maritime trade continuing to bring wealth, culture, and international connectivity to them today, just as it did in the past.
On “young” ports
Among the “Open Port” activities, several are specifically designed for schools, with the aim of guiding students on a journey of rediscovering the maritime culture through a trifecta of education, information, and entertainment.
The Port Days
Annually, the Port Authority partakes in the nationwide initiative known as “Italian Port Days” promoted by Assoporti. This initiative seeks to open the ports to the city and its residents, unveiling the various locations, infrastructures, and professions within the realm of ports and logistics. It fosters opportunities for dialogue and discussion, breathing life into the spaces connecting the port and the city.
Among the organized activities are guided tours of the port, where participants board motorboats and navigate the lagoon port channels, accessing areas typically off-limits. Port Authority personnel provide explanations about ships, cargo, and operations transpiring on the docks.
Additionally, guided tours of the port areas are conducted on land, with tours at the Venezia Heritage Tower, e repurposed cooling tower now functioning as an exhibition space and a museum of business culture.
There is also a wealth of activities for the little ones, where Faro De Faris, the mascot, guides young explorers through the discovery of ports, their history, operations, and the people who work there. This instrument has inspired recreational-educational workshops and specialized publications.
Other initiatives
Furthermore, the program supports or creates significant city events for the local area. These encompass traditional events that engage the local community, as well as sporting events that traverse the city’s waterfront or focus on rowing and nautical disciplines. Thanks to the program’s initiatives, individuals can connect with the “port” and “lagoon” facets of Venice, whether by exploring the waterfront of Santa Marta, San Basilio Marittima, and San Giuliano, engaging in sports in the midst of the lagoon ecosystem, or getting up close to the port terminals.
