top of page

An exclusive experience of MI EXPERIENCE, to discover the secrets of Milanese craftsmanship. A special Father's Day gift!

 

«The craftsman never follows instructions. It is the nature of the matter on which he works that determines his thoughts and movements, and these, in turn, change the nature of matter. " 

 

A factory in Milan is the destination of this exclusive tour, where you can rediscover the values, the practice of the craftsmanship, the ancient tools and an entire archive of works of other times. A still active factory that collaborates with Buccellati and Pomellato for the most exclusive collections.

 

Born  in the 1950s and still active, he knew  transform your business by supporting the technical changes of art engraving.  Since the 1990s it has integrated traditional mechanical and analog processes with today's digital techniques and has transposed its own  know-how  And  acquaintances  at the service of contemporary creativity, with particular attention to the world of contemporary jewelery. 

 

The machinery and  tools  of the historic workshop are scrupulously preserved and still functional.   Any model and artifact preserved today in the Archive represents the trace of an accurate Milanese manufacture rich in classic and popular iconographic details.  From spoons to bracelets, from chandeliers to glasses, everything that has or had a decorated metal part finds an explanation here.    

 

Art and design interact to express the charm of historic craftsmanship, at the service of designers who want to share their future memory.  Any  artifact  stored in the archive, it can now be reproduced and modified according to specific requests.   

 

The experience of Eliana, daughter of  founder  Edward  and witness of the cultural and material heritage of the tool shop, it is available to design and create objects that express the charm of historic craftsmanship.  It will be she who will accompany us inside the ancient workshop, to rediscover the artisan secrets that have made Italy famous all over the world.

 

An exclusive tour, where history and craftsmanship come together to create a unique experience of its kind.

 

 

DIFFICULTY:

Simple. (CAI: Routes that do not require specific training or that could present orientation problems (walk). Generally: small roads, mule tracks or wide paths.)

MEETING TIME:

19.03.2022  15.00

MEETING PLACE:
 

Via Filippo Tajani, 3, 20133 Milan MI, Italy

 

We recommend parking nearby.

DURATION:
1.5 H

 

PAYMENT: FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

  1. How can I pay?  Payment is made on site, directly to the guide
  2. I have to book? Yes. Due to Covid restrictions our tours are limited in number.
  3. What happens when I click on the "Book Now" button? By clicking, you fill out a registration form to reserve your seat. NO PAYMENT TAKES PLACE
  4. What happens if I have an unexpected event? Do I have to pay a penalty? No, no penalty is foreseen if you cannot participate. However, please notify us in advance to allow guests on the waiting list to be able to attend.
  5. What happens in case of bad weather? As there is no advance payment, a refund is not required. As mentioned, payment is made directly at the time of the tour. Being a visit inside an archive, it can take place easily even in case of bad weather.

 

HOW DOES IT WORK?

  • Click on the "Book Now" button to access the booking form and reserve your seat
  • Payment is made on site directly to the guide.  There is therefore no penalty in the event of cancellation.
  • We are waiting for you at the pre-arranged time and place to spend a wonderful visit together!

 

If you want to book for more people, just enter the name and surname of your guests in the appropriate form on this page, select the number of tickets and click on "Book Now" to confirm the reservation.

 


COVID INFORMATION:
To ensure the safety of all our guests, tours are currently reserved for a limited number of people. Tours take place in compliance with all anti-Covid safety regulations.

 

Should the pandemic situation worsen or in case of bad weather,  each guest will receive notice of cancellation of the excursion in advance.

 

The mask is mandatory inside the rooms.

For any other questions or information, feel free to write to welcome@miexperiencetours.com

We are waiting for you!

The Secrets of Metals: Handicraft and history in the nettle district of Milan

€30.00Price
  • MI EXPERIENCE Prêt à Voyager Tours are experiences on fixed dates and open to all, directly taken from our exclusive private tours  Made-to-Order

Book
Absconditorum Clavis

MI EXPERIENCE is a project born during the pandemic to support Italian tourism and local operators.

The founders' experience of 30 years of activity in the tourism sector, available to the most discerning tourists, the most prestigious companies and the most renowned international personalities.

With our tours, trips, excursions, and events, we want to introduce you to the most authentic and unfiltered Italy: the entrepreneurial and industrious one of our artisans, the artistic and cultural one of the great painters, sculptors and architects and the greener one, product of a lucky mix of natural factors, which makes us one of the countries with the widest biodiversity in the world.

Do you want to organize a private tour or do you have questions? Chat with one of our Tour Manager

Your Testimonials ❤️

image (4).jpeg

Maria Trazza

Thank you for letting me travel, despite the restrictions, with online tours. Reviewing my Ravenna with you made me emotional

image (1).jpeg

Luca Cocchi

I will never forget the excursion to Como and Brunate. Magnificent views and a truly knowledgeable guide. See you next time!

image (6).jpeg

Cinzia De Giorgi

I have followed your online fashion tours with great interest. I didn't know Versace's story, but thanks for presenting this part of our Made in Italy history.

image.jpeg

Lucia Tronzano

The excursion to Montevecchia and the Curone valley was fantastic and we had a lot of fun. Thanks Giulia!

image (5).jpeg

Matteo Riva

Thanks Giulia, my wife really enjoyed the gift of the online tour on women in art. Frida Kahlo is her favorite painter!

image (1).jfif

Anna Martinelli

Thanks to MI EXPERIENCE I rediscovered my hometown, Bergamo, in a new way. Thanks!

image (4).jfif

Matteo Borradori

Really a beautiful excursion, I did not know the Ortica district of Milan. Can't wait to join the next tour!

image (2).jfif

Francesca Conti

I attended the Porta Nuova tour with great interest. Thanks to Giulia and Simona for showing the most modern Milan. A really cool tour

image (5).jfif

Annalisa Spagna

I didn't know you, but a friend of mine invited me to one of your tours. It was a pleasant surprise, thanks to you I rediscovered the Martesana, where my father worked.

image (6).jfif

Aldo Schiavano

I bought the Monza tour for my wife's birthday. Fantastic experience, congratulations to Giulia and Simona for the magnificent organization.

bottom of page