Musée de Préhistoire des Gorges du Verdon, Archaeological museum in Quinson, France.
The Musée de Préhistoire des Gorges du Verdon is an archaeological museum in Quinson that displays finds from excavations in the Verdon region. The museum presents artifacts from different periods, providing an overview of human settlement from the Paleolithic through the Metal Ages.
The museum opened in 2001 and is based on archaeological excavations conducted between 1957 and 1971 in the region. These digs took place during the construction of hydroelectric dams and revealed evidence of human presence spanning thousands of years.
The collections show how people adapted to life in this region across thousands of years, from the earliest inhabitants to later groups. Tools, bones, and everyday objects on display reveal what daily life looked like during the Stone Age and Bronze Age.
The museum is open several days a week and located near Quinson, easily reached from the nearest towns. Plan enough time to explore the indoor collections and visit the outdoor areas at a relaxed pace.
Outside the building stands a reconstructed prehistoric village showing how people might have lived at different times. This outdoor experience helps visitors imagine how daily activities unfolded in these early settlements.
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