Museum of History and Civilizations, Rabat
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Country: Morocco
Civilization: Early Islamic, Phoenician, Roman
Remains: Museum
History
The Museum of History and Civilizations in Rabat, Morocco, was established to house and display archaeological discoveries from various historical periods found across Morocco.
The origins of the museum trace back to archaeological excavations that began in 1915 during the French Protectorate. These excavations were initiated under the direction of General Lyautey, the French Resident-General in Morocco. The most notable archaeological work took place at Volubilis, a Roman city north of Rabat, where Louis Chatelain led extensive digs uncovering numerous artifacts.
Since its opening, the museum has assembled the largest collection of archaeological objects found in Morocco. These items are arranged in chronological order, covering periods from prehistory through the Punic era, the Roman occupation, and the Islamic period. In 2014, the museum’s management was transferred to the National Foundation of Museums, which oversees it along with thirteen other Moroccan museums.
Remains
The museum’s collection consists of objects excavated from various sites, especially from the Roman city of Volubilis. These artifacts span a wide chronological range, representing Morocco’s prehistoric, Punic, Roman, and Islamic heritage.
