Frankfurt Archaeological Museum, Archaeological museum in Altstadt, Frankfurt, Germany.
Description
The Frankfurt Archaeological Museum occupies a former Carmelite monastery and displays finds spanning from prehistoric times through the medieval period. The collection encompasses artifacts from different eras and cultures that inhabited this region.
History
The institution was founded in 1937 when the archaeological collection separated from the Local History Museum. World War II brought severe damage to the building, but the most valuable pieces were rescued and later restored.
Culture
The museum displays everyday objects and artworks from different ancient peoples who lived and traded in the region. Visitors see how various cultures coexisted and influenced one another through what remains of their daily lives.
Practical
The museum sits near the cathedral and is easily reached on foot from the main train station or Römer Square. The exhibitions are permanent, so visitors can spend as much time as they want in each gallery.
Did you know?
The museum preserves 29 original paint containers from a Roman painter's workshop, revealing which colors and techniques were used in ancient times. These rare finds offer direct insight into artistic practices of antiquity.
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