The Cork Museum inaugurates 'Tree, ecology, society, art', an exhibition based on the compilation of documentation and materials related to trees and wood that Martí Boada (Sant Celoni, 1949), a renowned environmental scientist and geographer, has gathered throughout his career.
The aim is to present trees as wonders of evolution, exploring their biology, ecology and their relevance in human culture. Through various objects, the role of trees in the ecosystem, the species that inhabit them and their influence on the cultural development of humanity are highlighted . Among the pieces on display, examples of the use of cork, the process of making a pipe, tumblers from different parts of the world and ladles are included, illustrating the diversity of uses of wood in different cultures.
The exhibition also addresses the current climate emergency, analyzing the fundamental role of trees in mitigating climate change and the importance of understanding their ecology to foster a deep respect for nature. In addition, a section called 'Forest art' is presented, where natural pieces are shown that exemplify the transformation of matter and the natural evolution of materials over time. Knowledge of the tree, its ecology and its role in society help to respect our environment, as Boada comments, trees "lead to the need to contribute to the understanding of the scope and the problem. It is necessary to train to understand, said the wise men of ecology".