How is history made active?
History becomes active when when it meets the present. This can be done in several ways, through adaptation, interaction, reflection, and tradition.
This past weekend, Perugia held its 17th annual Eurochocolate festival in the cities historical center. A center that has been be in existence for centuries, and was never intended to host a ten day chocolate affair, has adapted to contemporary celebrations. It adapts and transforms for ten straight days to supports thousands of locals and tourists from all around the world. Though the idea of such gatherings may not be a new one to the streets of Perugia, it is the continuation of such celebration that activates history. The streets become vibrant and filled with life. People gather in this space to celebrate chocolate, a short lived tradition in a long lived center.
The tradition that started seventeen years ago has now made history, and changed history.
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