Musée de la Cour d'Or, Historical and art museum in Metz, France
Description
The Musée de la Cour d'Or is located in several buildings, including the former Petites Carmes abbey, Chèvremont granary, and Trinitaires church. Its collections span Roman artifacts, medieval objects, architectural pieces, and artworks from different periods.
History
The museum was founded in 1839 and expanded its collections in the 1930s when excavations beneath the building uncovered extensive Roman thermal baths. This discovery shaped the museum's holdings and the understanding of the region as a center of Roman activity.
Culture
The museum displays works by local artists and shows how craft traditions developed across centuries in the region. The exhibited objects tell stories of the skills and tastes of people who lived here.
Practical
The building spans several connected spaces, so it helps to grab a floor plan at the ticket counter. Visitors should allow time to wander through the different areas, as the layout invites exploration.
Did you know?
The museum houses an ancient altar dedicated to Mithras and a Jupiter column showing how people in this region worshiped their gods during Roman times. These objects are rare and give visitors a direct window into religious life from 2000 years ago.
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