An extraordinary window into the history linked to the ancient city-state of Populonia; from the Paleolithic to late antiquity, with a special focus on the Etruscans and Romans.
The Archaeological Museum of the Territory of Populonia is closely linked to the Archaeological Park of Baratti and Populonia, a visit to the museum represents the natural completion of an experience in the park.
Together, these two sites tell a 5,000-year-old story, illustrating the relationship between man, the territory and the mineral resources that have characterized the development of Populonia
The exhibition unfolds over three floors of the historic Palazzo Nuovo and in 1800 square meters it houses over 2,000 prehistoric, Etruscan and Roman finds.
Full-scale reconstructions of ancient landscapes and environments, multimedia and musical itineraries, videos and installations make the visit instructive and accessible to all.
Not to be missed
the ancient Amphora of Baratti, a masterpiece in Silver dating back to the 4th century AD, decorated with 134 medallions depicting myths and pagan deities. It was found in the Gulf of Baratti and is the symbol of the museum
Mosaic of the Fish, a rare Roman mosaic depicting a marine and shipwreck scene, from the Acropolis of Populonia
“Celeste” Chariot of Populonia, a recent reconstruction of an Etruscan chariot discovered in the territory
the Rimigliano Treasure, a collection of Roman coins found at sea, and the funerary objects from Etruscan tombs, such as those in the Tomba delle Oreficerie and the Tomba del Bronzetto di Offrente
Set-ups and Reconstructions
Full-scale reconstructions of ancient environments and landscapes, such as mining and metallurgical activities, which illustrate the link between man, resources and landscape.
Aquarium showcases displaying marine finds such as the cargo of the Roman wreck of Pozzino.
Etruscan Banquet Room, a multisensory reconstruction that allows visitors to immerse themselves in Etruscan culture.
Multisensory Experiences
Paths such as “A Museum in All the Senses” offer tactile, visual and sound experiences to make the visit accessible to everyone, including the blind and visually impaired.
Musical stations allow you to listen to ancient sounds linked to Etruscan and Roman instruments
Interactive Videos that tell the story of symbols of the territory such as the Tomba dei Carri and the Amphora of Baratti
Piazza Cittadella 8
Piombino (Livorno)
Tuscany – Italy
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