Archaeological Museum Narona
Archaeological Museum Narona is situated in Vid, near Metkovic. The museum was built at the archaeological site and it was the first such project, the so-called In situ, which was built in Croatia. Construction began in 2004, in 2005 Croatian government founded the Museum, and the first visitors were welcomed in 2007. The museum was designed by architect Goran Rako who received the award "Vladimir Nazor" for that project. In addition to "Nazor", the Museum has received two awards; Cemex for construction and "Blue Flower" for special contribution to the richness of the Croatian tourist offer.
The museum consists of two parts; internal and external. The exterior exposes excavations of Augusteum, the temple of the Roman emperor Augustus, that was discovered back in 1877. The exhibition space includes 17 life-size sculptures, found at the site of the Museum. In addition to sculptures, a permanent exhibition of the Museum preserves about 900 different findings: ceramics, jewelry, glass, money. The findings are from different locations of Narona and the surrounding area, which date from the end of the 3rd century BC to 15th century AD.
The museum has access to people with disabilities and is open every day except Mondays and holidays. If you have found accommodation in Metković, check on the details of the opening hours on 020 691 596 or amnarona@gmail.com.
The museum consists of two parts; internal and external. The exterior exposes excavations of Augusteum, the temple of the Roman emperor Augustus, that was discovered back in 1877. The exhibition space includes 17 life-size sculptures, found at the site of the Museum. In addition to sculptures, a permanent exhibition of the Museum preserves about 900 different findings: ceramics, jewelry, glass, money. The findings are from different locations of Narona and the surrounding area, which date from the end of the 3rd century BC to 15th century AD.
The museum has access to people with disabilities and is open every day except Mondays and holidays. If you have found accommodation in Metković, check on the details of the opening hours on 020 691 596 or amnarona@gmail.com.
