Museums

Ribchester Roman Museum Ribchester Roman Museum- Displays the Romano-British history of the town known to the Romans as Bremetenacum Veteranorum, site of an auxiliary cavalry fort. Opening times, press r… Museum of Archaeology Museum of Archaeology- The former mill at the Old Fulling Mill in Durham City houses the archaeological collections of Durham University. Photographs, history, exhibitions, visito… Corinium Museum Corinium Museum- The museum is noted for its imaginative displays of Roman Cirencester. News, events, education, visitor information. Dover Roman Painted House Dover Roman Painted House- Roman archaeological site discovered in 1970 by the Kent Archaeological Rescue Unit. Includes hours of operation, admission fees and directions. Located… Kilmartin House Museum Kilmartin House Museum- Archaeology museum on the West Coast of Scotland. An interactive map leads to photographs, description and bibliography for 150 sites scattered over the ri… I Dig Sheffield I Dig Sheffield- An online guide to archaeology around Sheffield and the Peak District from Sheffield Galleries and Museums Trust. Sheffield City Museum's collection, archaeologic… Creswell Crags: Home of the Ice Age Hunter Creswell Crags: Home of the Ice Age Hunter- At the east end of a gorge honeycombed with caves in which Ice Age hunters lived. An exhibition "The Age of Ice" tells the story of hum… Vindolanda and the Roman Army Museum Vindolanda and the Roman Army Museum- Roman fort and settlement by Hadrian's Wall. Provides a visitor's guide, excavation news, FAQs, volunteerism, opening times, rates and direct… Scottish Crannog Centre Scottish Crannog Centre- A reconstruction of a lochside dwelling over 2,500 years old was built by the Scottish Trust for Underwater Archaeology at Loch Tay, Perthshire. Photograp… Jorvik Viking Centre Jorvik Viking Centre- Built on the site where the York Archaeological Trust found the amazingly well-preserved remains of part of Viking Jorvik (York). A massive range of evidence… Pitt Rivers Museum Pitt Rivers Museum- At the School of Anthropology and Museum Ethnography in Oxford houses archaeological and ethnographic objects from all parts of the world. History and collecti… Roman Baths, Bath Roman Baths, Bath- The official site provides a guide to Roman Britain, the thermal springs at Bath, an online virtual tour and information for visitors. The Ashmolean: Museum of Art and Archaeology The Ashmolean: Museum of Art and Archaeology- Attached to the University of Oxford. Antiquities collections range from Palaeolithic to Victorian, from Egypt to Britain. Exhibition… Butser Ancient Farm Butser Ancient Farm- Replica of an Iron Age farm circa 300 BC, with buildings, animals and crops. Both a museum and an open-air laboratory for research into the Iron Age and Roman… The Mary Rose The Mary Rose- Raised from the sea and on display at Portsmouth, this Tudor warship made waves in nautical archaeology. Detailed, scholarly history, photographs, description, visi… Norton Priory Museum & Gardens Norton Priory Museum & Gardens- This museum in Runcorn, Cheshire, displays the excavated remains of the monastery, together with a model of it. Visitor information, attractions, e… National Archaeological Museum of Athens National Archaeological Museum of Athens- By the Greek Ministry of Culture. Information ranges from societies, activities and museums to a complete overview of all the archaeologi… Archaeological Museum of Herakleion Archaeological Museum of Herakleion- Houses finds from the Minoan civilization and is organized in chronological order, ranging from the Neolithic period to the Roman era (4th cen… Museum of the Ancient Agora Museum of the Ancient Agora- Athenian Agora museum located in the Stoa of Attalos. This museum houses the important artifacts found during excavation by the American School of Cla… Archaeological Museum of Naxos Archaeological Museum of Naxos- Holds collections of Cycladic and Mycenaean artifacts as well as mosaics. Museum of Cycladic Art Museum of Cycladic Art- Museum devoted to the study and promotion of ancient Greek art. Founded in 1986 in order to house the collection of Cycladic and Ancient Greek art belongin… Petrie Museum of Egyptian Archaeology Petrie Museum of Egyptian Archaeology- Houses about 80,000 objects, many of which were collected by Professor William Flinders Petrie in his excavations. Includes hours, direction… Brooklyn Museum Brooklyn Museum- General information and presentation of special collections of Egyptian, Classical and Ancient Middle Eastern Art. The Egyptian Museum The Egyptian Museum- Official site for the museum in Cairo, which houses over 120,000 objects, including the mummies of Egyptian pharoahs, sarcophagi, sculptures, furniture and pe… The Institute of Egyptian Art and Archaeology The Institute of Egyptian Art and Archaeology- A part of the Department of Art at the University of Memphis. Devoted to community education, the institute houses over 150 Egyptian… Museo Barracco Museo Barracco- Collection from different periods of Egyptian art. Images and explanatory texts. Located in Rome. The British Museum: The Department of Ancient Egypt and Sudan The British Museum: The Department of Ancient Egypt and Sudan- Has the largest collection of ancient Egyptian material outside Cairo. Exhibitions, research, fieldwork, collections… Tutankhamun and the Golden Age of the Pharaohs Tutankhamun and the Golden Age of the Pharaohs- Sponsored by National Geographic, exhibition will feature over 130 treasures from the tomb of the celebrated pharaoh on a twenty-se… Ashmolean Museum Department of Antiquities Ashmolean Museum Department of Antiquities- Includes some famous ancient Egyptian pieces. Located in Oxford, England. The Quest for Immortality: Treasures of Ancient Egypt The Quest for Immortality: Treasures of Ancient Egypt- Includes a virtual tour of the exhibition, selected artifacts, exhibition brochure, family guide, and other materials from t… Oriental Institute Museum Oriental Institute Museum- From the University of Chicago, this ancient Near East collection includes an Egyptian gallery. Michael C. Carlos Museum: Ancient Egyptian Art Michael C. Carlos Museum: Ancient Egyptian Art- Online sample of the permanent collection of the MCCM at Emory University. Egyptian Museum and Papyrus Collection Egyptian Museum and Papyrus Collection- Provides images of objects from the collection with explanatory texts. Located in Berlin. Includes visitor's and contact information. Fondazione Museo delle Antichità Egizie di Torino Fondazione Museo delle Antichità Egizie di Torino- Dedicated to Egyptian art and culture in Turin Italy, second in importance after the Cairo Museum with some 6,500 objects on vie… Limassol District Archaeological Museum Limassol District Archaeological Museum- Information about the museum and photos of select exhibits. The collection follows the development of civilization in the island from the … Golden State Model Railroad Museum Golden State Model Railroad Museum- Museum showcasing 10,000 square feet of model railroads running through California scenery, located in Point Richmond, CA, at Miller-Knox Regio… San Diego Model Railroad Museum San Diego Model Railroad Museum- The world's largest operating model railroad museum. Located in California. Joshi's Museum of Miniature Railways Joshi's Museum of Miniature Railways- HO gauge city with lighting and sound, in the Kothrud, Pune, India. Includes details of exhibits, photos and directions. National Toy Train Museum National Toy Train Museum- Vast collection of toy trains and train-related accessories from the mid-1800s through the present, including five operating layouts and library. In Str… Northlandz Northlandz- Features the Great American Railway, a one mile indoor model railroad. Located in Flemington, New Jersey. Twin City Model Railroad Museum Twin City Model Railroad Museum- Showcases the heyday of model railroading. Information on layout, hours, special events. St. Paul, Minnesota, in a building complex that originall… Washington Museum Association Washington Museum Association- Serves as a statewide advocate for museums. Includes details of programs and services, conference news, membership and contact form. Located in Bell… Illinois Association of Museums Illinois Association of Museums- Independent statewide organization formed to facilitate the exchange of ideas and methods among member organizations. Includes events calendar, di… Oregon Museums Association Oregon Museums Association- Serves the needs of more than 200 institutions within the state. Includes details of services, an event schedule and a membership renewal form. Located… Museums Alaska Museums Alaska- Statewide museum association committed to preserving the natural and history of Alaska. Contains membership information and events schedule. Association of South Dakota Museums Association of South Dakota Museums- Dedicated to preserving, interpreting and disseminating the unique and ever-changing cultural heritage within the state. Includes directory of… Maryland Association of History Museums Maryland Association of History Museums- Alliance of historical, cultural, and educational institutions within the state. Provides an online directory, membership details and an a… Association of Indiana Museums Association of Indiana Museums- Provides a mission statement, member benefits, a membership form, events, news, details of seminars and workshops and a job bank. Located in Indian… Arkansas Museums Association Arkansas Museums Association- Dedicated to promotion of professional standards in the state's museums. Includes details of services, memberships, a directory of members, meeting m… Missouri Museums Association Missouri Museums Association- Volunteer organization designed to support historical agencies and MMA members. Offers workshops, an annual conference, publications and an online da…