Museum of the Violin, Cremona

Explore Cremona's violin-making legacy with historic instruments, interactive displays, and live performances showcasing the craft's evolution and sound.

The Museum of the Violin in Cremona is dedicated to the city’s long tradition of violin making, associated above all with Stradivari and Guarneri. Historic instruments, workshop material and interactive displays trace the development of this highly specialised craft. Live demonstrations and performances help connect the objects with their sound. The museum is both technical and highly accessible in its approach.