Museo de ArqueologĂa e Historia de Melilla
Melilla
The Museum of Archaeology and History of Melilla is a prominent cultural institution dedicated to preserving, researching, and disseminating the historical, archaeological, and ethnographic heritage of Melilla and its surroundings. Located in the historic 18th-century AlmacĂ©n de las Peñuelas building, part of the fortified old city of Melilla, the museum showcases a vast collection of over 4,000 artifacts. Its exhibits trace the region's evolution from prehistoric times, featuring Neolithic tools and ceramics from the ZafrĂn site in the Chafarinas Islands, through Phoenician and Carthaginian periods, to Roman integration and Islamic influence. The museum's two main areas include archaeology and history on the upper floor and ethnography, including a dedicated section on the Romani community inaugurated in 2018, reflecting Melilla's multicultural character. The building itself, originally a grain warehouse constructed in 1781, has been restored to maintain its neoclassical style while adapting to modern museum needs, offering visitors an accessible and immersive experience into Melilla's diverse past.
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Tipp: Visitors are advised to check the museum's official website for current opening hours and any special exhibitions. The best time to visit is during weekdays to avoid crowds. Advance booking is recommended for guided tours or group visits. Discounts may be available for students, seniors, and groups. The museum's location within Melilla La Vieja makes it accessible by foot from other historic sites, enhancing the cultural visit experience.
Interessante Fakten
- •The museum is housed in the Almacén de las Peñuelas, a neoclassical building constructed in 1781 as a grain warehouse and part of Melilla's historic fortifications.
- •The archaeological collection includes significant Neolithic artifacts from the ZafrĂn site in the Chafarinas Islands, such as cardial ceramics decorated with shell impressions.
- •The museum features a dedicated section on the Romani community of Melilla, inaugurated in 2018, showcasing their history and cultural contributions.
- •The building underwent restoration starting in 2007 to recover its original roof and adapt the interior for museum use.
- •Melilla La Vieja, where the museum is located, is a fortified old city declared a cultural heritage site (Bien de Interés Cultural).
Geschichte
The museum's origins date back to the early 20th century with archaeological collections gathered by Rafael Fernández de Castro y Pedrera from excavations at Cerro de San Lorenzo.
Initially housed in various locations, including the Casa Salama and the Parque Hernández bandstand, the museum officially opened in 1915.
It later moved to the Baluarte de la ConcepciĂłn Alta in the 1950s and then to the Torre de la Vela in 1987.
In 2011, it found its permanent home in the restored Almacén de las Peñuelas, an 18th-century neoclassical grain warehouse within Melilla's fortified old town.
The museum expanded in 2018 to include an ethnographic section dedicated to the Romani people, highlighting the city's cultural diversity.
OrtsfĂĽhrer
Almacén de las Peñuelas Building1781
An 18th-century neoclassical former grain warehouse restored to host the museum's collections. It is part of Melilla's historic fortified old city and features architectural elements reflecting its military and commercial past.
Prehistory and Neolithic ExhibitsNeolithic period
Displays artifacts from the earliest human settlements in the region, including lithic tools and cardial ceramics from the ZafrĂn site in the Chafarinas Islands, illustrating the Neolithic lifestyle and Mediterranean prehistoric cultures.
Phoenician and Carthaginian Rusaddir Collectioncirca 8th-3rd century BC
Artifacts from the ancient Phoenician and Carthaginian settlement of Rusaddir, including amphorae and other trade goods, highlighting Melilla's role in ancient Mediterranean trade networks.
Roman and Moorish Period ArtifactsRoman period and Islamic period
Exhibits include black-gloss pottery, metalwork, and evidence of Roman integration, as well as objects reflecting the Islamic period known as Malila, showcasing daily life and cultural practices.
Romani Ethnography Section2018
Opened in 2018, this section explores the history, traditions, and cultural identity of the Romani community in Melilla, emphasizing the city's multicultural heritage.
Kontakt
Telefon: 952 97 62 16