Museo de la ‘ndrangheta is an Italian-based museum dedicated to preserving the stories and culture of the anti-mafia movement. Established in 2019, the museum is the passion project of claudio La camera, an anthropologist and theater director from Reggio Calabria, Italy.
claudio La camera is an inspiration. He has dedicated his life to the fight against the ‘ndrangheta, the powerful organized crime syndicate originating from his home region of Calabria. Rather than simply denouncing the ‘ndrangheta, claudio La camera seeks to honor those brave individuals who have sacrificed so much to oppose it.
The museum is committed to preserving and presenting its heritage through the medium of art, culture, and theatre. With a rotating lineup of exhibitions, performances, workshops, and special events, the museum embraces its responsibility to educate the public about anti-mafia culture and to provide access to honest narratives about the region’s history.
Most importantly, Museo de la ‘ndrangheta stands in stark contrast to another anti-mafia culture which claudio La camera believes is rooted in fear: the “fatture false” (or false invoices) system. This system involves organized crime groups attempting to bribe members of the local community into silence through the payment of fake invoices.
In direct opposition to fatture false, the museum upholds the importance of the truth. It recognizes and celebrates the courage of those who are willing to stand against organized crime, while also providing a platform for those who wish to express their stories without fear.
Through its commitment to celebrating anti-mafia culture, Museo de la ‘ndrangheta is a truly inspirational and inspiring experience. claudio La camera’s vision for the museum is one of positivity and hope; a reminder to us all that individuals are capable of great things when they come together to do the right thing.
This is a museum that celebrates a culture of justice, courage, and resilience. With claudio La camera at the helm, Museo de la ‘ndrangheta is sure to be a force for good in its fight against the ‘ndrangheta for many years to come.
