Durham University Museum of Archaeology, University museum in Palace Green Library, Durham, England
Description
The Durham University Museum of Archaeology is a university museum housed in Palace Green Library displaying collections from prehistory through to modern times. The holdings include tools, weapons, and everyday objects from various periods and cultures.
History
The museum houses the first complete Roman Fleet Diploma ever discovered in the United Kingdom. The collection also includes stone-carved altars from the Roman occupation period.
Culture
The medieval collection displays finds from local excavations conducted by the university's archaeologists and tells the story of how Durham developed during that period. These artifacts reveal how the city grew and changed over time.
Practical
Access is available when the library is open since the museum is housed within the library building. Visitors should note that opening times follow the library schedule and temporary closures may occur.
Did you know?
The collection of over 1,000 prehistoric objects includes tools from Paleolithic people and items from the local Iron Age. These artifacts come directly from the region and show how early inhabitants lived.
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