Żabbar Sanctuary Museum

The Sanctuary Museum in Żabbar is a religious museum displaying artifacts from prehistoric times to the present day across three exhibition floors. The collection includes liturgical clothing, church documents, and ceremonial objects from the parish's history.

The museum was founded in 1954 by Monsignor Joseph Zarb to preserve the heritage of the Our Lady of Graces parish. The collection documents the religious history of the town across several centuries.

The museum holds maritime ex-voto paintings donated by believers, along with liturgical garments and church documents reflecting local traditions. These objects tell stories of personal prayers and community life across many generations.

The museum is housed in a parish building with street-level access. It is best to check opening hours before visiting, as these may vary seasonally.

The collection includes a medieval fresco and two sedan chairs from the Order of St John from earlier periods. Particularly significant is the last surviving plague hearse in Malta, a rare testament to the island's medical history.

Location: Żabbar

Inception: September 5, 1954

Official opening: September 5, 1954

Address: 4 Triq is-Santwarju ZBR 1013 Zabbar, South Eastern Region, Malta

Phone: +35621824383

GPS coordinates: 35.87485,14.53383

Latest update: December 13, 2025 17:04