Gozo Museum of Archaeology
Gozo Museum of Archaeology, Archaeological museum in Rabat, Malta
Description
The Gozo Museum of Archaeology in Rabat displays collections of ancient tools, pottery, and burial objects spanning different periods of the island's past. The exhibits present finds from settlements, temples, and graves that together create a picture of how the island changed over time.
History
The museum opened in 1960 and underwent major renovation in 1986 to incorporate findings from ongoing excavations around the island. This expansion allowed the institution to display a fuller picture of Gozo's archaeological heritage.
Culture
The collections reveal how ancient communities organized their daily lives and valued certain objects and practices. Artifacts on display show the crafts people made, the trade routes they used, and the beliefs they followed.
Practical
The museum sits in central Rabat and is easy to reach on foot. Plan enough time to walk through the exhibits without rushing.
Did you know?
The museum building itself holds protected status, just like the artifacts it contains. This dual protection is uncommon and makes the place a specially safeguarded part of the island's memory.
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