The Israel Museum, Jerusalem, Archaeological museum in Jerusalem, Israel
The Israel Museum in Jerusalem is an archaeological collection spanning from prehistoric times to contemporary art, organized across distinct wings of the complex. The buildings hold thousands of objects, including ancient manuscripts, artworks, and everyday items from various periods.
The museum opened in 1965 and later acquired the Shrine of the Book, a dedicated structure housing ancient scrolls. This institution developed from founding collections and expanded significantly through major archaeological discoveries over the following decades.
The museum displays Jewish ritual objects and ceremonial crafts from communities across different periods and regions. Visitors encounter everyday items and religious artifacts that reflect how Jewish people practiced their traditions worldwide.
The complex has multiple entrances and accommodates visitors moving at different paces, with rest areas throughout various sections. Visitors can choose self-guided routes and explore individual areas based on their interests.
The Billy Rose Art Garden integrates the natural Jerusalem landscape with sculptures arranged on terraces that follow the contours of the site's hills. This blend of artworks and terrain creates a distinctive setting that differs from typical indoor museum spaces.
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