Papyrus Museum, Archaeological museum in Syracuse, Italy
The Papyrus Museum displays a collection of papyrus documents spanning from the 15th century BC to the 8th century AD, along with production tools.
The museum opened in 1987 and showcases papyrus production methods that have been practiced in Syracuse since the local plants were identified in the 18th century.
The facility maintains a herbarium containing Cyperus papyrus specimens collected from the Nile, Lake Chad, Lake Hula in Israel, and Sicilian locations.
Located at Via Nizza 14, the museum operates Tuesday through Saturday, with extended hours from May to September and reduced hours from October to April.
Visitors can observe the papyrus paper production process and participate in laboratory activities focused on traditional manufacturing techniques.
Location: Syracuse
Inception: 1987
Official opening: September 30, 1987
Accessibility: Accessible en fauteuil roulant
Website: http://www.museodelpapiro.it
Phone: +39093122100
Email: museopapiro@virgilio.it
Website: http://museodelpapiro.it
GPS coordinates: 37.06050,15.29815
Latest update: March 3, 2025 01:18
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