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The Museum of the Mediterranean seeks testimonies of the 1976 protest

The cultural center in Torroella de Montgrí calls on citizens to collect material for an exhibition on the mobilization for the Ter river.

Generic image of an exhibition space with historical documents and photographs.
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Generic image of an exhibition space with historical documents and photographs.

The Museum of the Mediterranean has launched a campaign to recover documents and testimonies from the citizen protest that took place in the summer of 1976 in Torroella de Montgrí, with the aim of creating a commemorative exhibition.

This initiative by the Museum of the Mediterranean seeks to build an exhibition that addresses a fundamental episode in local history, understanding it as an exercise in collective memory. To this end, the cultural center calls for citizen participation to gather as many materials as possible.
The collection focuses on photographs, posters, personal documents, recordings, and press clippings from the era. The objective is to preserve this legacy for future generations and to complete the historical narrative with the vision and experiences of the people who lived through those events.
The exhibition, currently in development, will not only display graphic materials and direct testimonies but will also contextualize the social and environmental atmosphere of the time. The Museum aims to offer a clear and plural perspective of the events, giving voice to the protagonists and bringing history closer to the public.
The protest took place in the summer of 1976 in Torroella de Montgrí, when nearly four thousand people mobilized due to the massive death of fish in the Ter river. This event generated great social indignation and an immediate citizen response that marked a turning point in environmental awareness and the organizational capacity of local society.
The Museum's project goes beyond mere remembrance, seeking to connect the past with the present and invite reflection on current challenges. The situation of the Ter river and the defense of the environment remain pressing concerns, and recalling the events of 1976 can help understand the current context and strengthen commitment to the territory.

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