Memory and Discovery. The contribution of Humanities to the enhancement of built historical heritage

The contribution of humanities and its mutual exchange with the design tools is going to be illustrated with particular reference to the enhancement of little- known built heritage. Broad issues related to the concept of territorial identity, collective memory and perception of sites cannot be solved only assuming a technical-scientific point of view. The contribution of social sciences allows to describe the new ways the users get in touch with Cultural Heritage, first of all through the new technologies. The use of new technologies can stimulate a more active participation of the users, also enhancing the knowledge of minor built heritage, which is the ultimate goal of the project. To this respect, the contribution of storytelling turns out to be a mean through which the owners can tell their assets and the visitors can tell their experience