A day to rediscover treasures that are sometimes overlooked but are critical to local communities' memory and identity. September 20, 2026, will mark the return of National Small Museums Day, an event that is dedicated to recognizing the numerous cultural institutions that are dispersed throughout Italy. The National Association of Small Museums has been promoting the event for the past nine years, and it has recently adopted a new name: "Memorabilia - Small Museums, Great Wonders". This title captures everything worth remembering, from the collections to the tales housed within museums, as well as the ability of these locations to surprise and inspire wonder. The effort seeks to enhance awareness of the history represented by Italy's small museums by involving inhabitants, visitors, and institutions in the discovery of a vast cultural network rooted in local communities. Each participating museum will be able to share its "memorabilia", emphasizing the characteristics that distinguish its distinctness. Another aspect of the event is the traditional gift to visitors, which is linked to the museum's identity and serves as a gesture of welcome and a memento of the experience. A small gesture that has the potential to fortify the connection between the museum and the public and to convey a story. Participating museums will offer free admission or, if that is not possible, the biggest discount offered. National Small Museums Day thus underscores its significance as an opportunity to explore cultural institutions that are frequently close but rarely visited, rediscover the local area, and bring home a memory of a small, great wonder.