Vandalism on cultural heritage: learning from the past to shape future prevention strategies

Query riuscita The poster presents research on vandalism targeting cultural heritage sites in Italy since the 1980s, using newspaper archives to understand the phenomenon and develop prevention strategies. The study analyzes data from three major Italian newspapers to identify patterns and trends in vandalism incidents. Preliminary results highlight Florence as a city particularly susceptible to vandalism, with Piazza della Signoria and its monuments being frequently targeted. The research aims to provide insights for policymakers and stakeholders to develop effective risk mitigation strategies.