Discovering the history of Podere Merlotta

A journey through the documents of the Bologna State Archives

We were able to see how history, territory, and passion intertwine in our reality. Thanks to historian Matteo Bacci for his work on this research.

Nelli Land Registry, 1637, first attestation of the Merlotta possession in the Farneto villa, formerly owned by the Dominican nuns of Imola.

(Courtesy of the State Archives of Bologna – Imola Section)

Register II of the Dominican Convent of Imola: the three pieces that make up the Merlotta property in 1712 are indicated.

(Courtesy of the State Archives of Bologna – Imola Section)

Register XIII of the Dominican Convent of Imola: the income for religious celebrations from the Merlotta estate is indicated.

(Courtesy of the State Archives of Bologna – Imola Section)