Brindisi Provincial Archaeological Museum

Brindisi, Italy

Brindisi Provincial Archaeological Museum, located on Piazza Duomo, accommodates an important collection of finds spanning from prehistory to the Roman Age, with sections dedicated to epigraphy, sculpture and underwater archaeology. Founded in 1884 and housed in the current building since 2009, the museum is dedicated to Francesco Ribezzo, a researcher in the field of Messapian civilization.

The tour of the museum begins in the outer portico, which leads the visitor into the discovery of the different civilizations that had followed one another on the territory. Particularly valuable are the bronzes discovered in the waters of Punta del Serrone, among which are sculptures and fragments of anatomical parts and draperies which were on board of a sunken vessel. The rich collection of ceramics displays pottery of Greek origin and crockery of local craftsmanship which dates back to between the 7th and the 3rd century BC. The epigraphic section includes inscriptions in Latin, while the one dedicated to statuary comprises togate and cuirassed figures as well as female figures dating back to between the 1st and 2nd century AD. 

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Founded: 1884
Category: Museums in Italy

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Juan Carlos (3 months ago)
A very interesting exhibition of archaeology that shows the convergence of the different cultures that have made of Italy and Apuglia what they are. The staff was very kind and collaborative.
George Muscat (5 months ago)
Surprisingly superb and was free on my entry. The organisation of the exhibits, isn't exactly as I would expect (Chronological order or completely specific locations), but it makes some sense. There is pretty much everything from Nethanderals, Neolithic, Greek ceramic imports, Italian Greeks, and Romans. The collection blows away many museums around the world. The bronzes, although in poor condition from their time in the sea, are amazing. There isn't a huge amount of stone sculptures, but they are represented. If you're in Brindisi, I would recommend spending the time visiting.
Jeremy Simms (10 months ago)
Not the most engaging museum in the region, but still some very interesting finds and some amazing bronze statues.
Kaens Bard (14 months ago)
A free-entry museum with lots of cool things and a room, WC and inner yard to rest afterwards. The staff is so, so friendly. And there's a beautiful church right next door. What aren't you there yet?! :)
Ioannis Louizos (15 months ago)
A brilliant museum in the Center of the city. Located near the largest church in Brindisi, it is a wonderful touring experience that takes an hour and a half to complete. But it has a wealth of information and artifacts to explore for the archaeological findings in brindisi. Most of the descriptive boards have an English version along with the Italian explanation. It is wheelchair accessible on all three levels.
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