Municipal Antiquarium, Archaeological museum in Rome, Italy
The Municipal Antiquarium is an archaeological museum in Rome displaying artifacts from excavations near the Roman Forum. The collection focuses on objects recovered from stratigraphic digs that document daily life and social structures in ancient Rome.
The museum was founded in 1894 by archaeologist Rodolfo Lanciani to display discoveries from systematic excavations. Its collections were dispersed to other institutions in 1939, marking the end of its original operation.
The collection reveals how Romans lived through objects found in wells and excavations around the Forum area. These pieces show glimpses of daily routines, trades, and social life from ancient times.
Access is convenient near Colosseum Metro station on Line B, making arrival straightforward. Check seasonal hours before visiting, as opening times vary throughout the year.
The museum occupies space within ancient temple ruins, directly connecting displayed artifacts to their original surroundings. This unusual arrangement lets visitors experience objects in relation to the historical structures around them.
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