Archaeological Museum of the American University of Beirut, Archaeological museum at American University in Beirut, Lebanon
The museum exhibits span multiple floors and contain extensive collections of artifacts from prehistoric times through the Roman period in the Middle East.
Established in 1868, the institution began with a donation of Cypriot pottery from Luigi Palma di Cesnola and stands as the third oldest museum in the Near East.
The exhibitions include a 23-meter stratigraphic sequence from Ksar Akil and collections representing early human developments in agriculture and animal domestication.
Located on the American University campus in the Hamra district, the museum opens Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM without entrance fees.
The museum maintained operations throughout the Lebanese Civil War from 1975 to 1990 and underwent renovation after the 2020 Beirut port explosion.
Location: Beirut
Inception: 1868
Opening Hours: Monday-Friday 09:00-17:00
Website: https://aub.edu.lb/museum_archeo/Pages/default.aspx
GPS coordinates: 33.89949,35.48363
Latest update: March 4, 2025 06:15
Archaeological sites in Lebanon display artifacts from prehistory to modern times. The exhibits include Phoenician artifacts, Roman structures, medieval fortresses, and religious sites. Museums contain minerals, fossils, historical art, and archaeological findings from various periods. Excavation sites present ancient temples, tombs, and public buildings.
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