Museo Arqueológico Municipal de Jerez de la Frontera Facts for Kids

Quick facts for kids Museo Arqueológico Municipal de Jerez de la Frontera
Native name Spanish: Museo Arqueológico Municipal de Jerez de la Frontera

Location	Jerez de la Frontera, Spain

Spanish Property of Cultural Interest
Official name: Museo Arqueológico Municipal de Jerez de la Frontera
Type	Non-movable
Criteria	Monument
Designated	1962
Reference no.	RI-51-0001340

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The Archaeological Museum of Jerez de la Frontera is a cool museum in Jerez de la Frontera, a city in southern Spain. You can find it in a beautiful old building from the 1700s. This building is so special that it was named a Bien de Interés Cultural (which means a "Property of Cultural Interest") in 1962.

The museum started way back in 1873. It began as a collection of old items, many of them given by rich people. At first, it was located in the Old City Hall of Jerez de la Frontera. The museum officially opened its doors to the public in 1935.

Inside, you can see many amazing things from the past. One very special item is a Corinthian helmet. This type of helmet is very rare in Spain. It was found near the city's Charterhouse by the Guadalete River. The museum also has lots of Roman pottery and other ancient objects.

What You Can See at the Museum
- Ancient History and Finds
  - The Famous Corinthian Helmet
  - Roman Life and Pottery
The Museum Building
- A Protected Building
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What You Can See at the Museum

The museum has many different collections that show the history of the area. You can learn about how people lived long ago.

Ancient History and Finds

The museum's collection covers a very long time. It starts from the earliest human settlements. You can see tools and objects from the Stone Age. These items show how people survived thousands of years ago.

The Famous Corinthian Helmet

One of the most exciting things to see is the Corinthian helmet. This helmet is from ancient Greece. It was used by soldiers in battles. Finding one in Spain is very unusual. It tells us about connections between different ancient cultures.

Roman Life and Pottery

The museum also has many items from the Roman period. The Romans lived in Spain for a long time. You can see their pottery, coins, and other daily objects. These items help us imagine what life was like in Roman times.

The Museum Building

The museum is located in an old building. It was built in the 18th century. The building itself is a piece of history. It adds to the experience of visiting the museum.

A Protected Building

In 1962, the museum building was declared a Bien de Interés Cultural. This means it is a very important historical site. It is protected by the government. This helps make sure the building stays safe for future generations.