Museum of Ancient Iran: a treasure of history’s secrets
The Museum of Ancient Iran, located in the heart of Iran’s capital, Tehran, is a gateway to the fascinating world of history and culture of this vast land. This museum, which was established in 1316 with the efforts and efforts of the famous Iranian historian and archaeologist, Mohammad Taghi Mostafavi, is considered the first specialized archeology museum in Iran and one of the most important museums in Iran and the Middle East.
Step through time:
By entering the Museum of Ancient Iran, it is as if you are traveling through time and stepping into the depths of Iran’s history. From the clay sculptures and stone tools of the Paleolithic era to the pottery and metal objects of the Achaemenid era, from the coins and statues of the Sassanid era to the books and manuscripts of the Islamic era, everyone has gathered in this museum to narrate the rich history and culture of Iran.
A treasure trove of diversity:
The collection of the Museum of Ancient Iran displays an amazing diversity. More than 300,000 objects are stored in this museum, which show a corner of Iran’s history and culture from the Paleolithic era to the Qajar period. Prehistoric Hall, Achaemenian Hall, Sassanian Hall, Islamic Period Hall, Carpets and Dishes Hall, Metals Hall, Gems and Seals Hall, and Ancient Iran Hall in the Islamic Era are only a part of the different sections of this museum, each of which belongs to a specific period. They belong to the history of Iran.
In the prehistoric hall, you can meet the first people living in Iran and see their life tools. The clay sculptures and engraved dishes of this hall are the narrators of human life thousands of years ago.
The Achaemenian Hall takes you to the glory days of the Achaemenid Empire. Stone columns, statues of soldiers, gold and silver dishes, and clay tablets of this hall show a corner of the greatness of this vast empire.
In the Sasanian Hall, you can get to know the art and architecture of this proud period of Iran. Plaster sculptures, silver coins, glass containers, and exquisite textures of this hall are the narrator of the glory and culture of the Sasanian period.
In addition to these halls, the Museum of Ancient Iran has other sections, each dedicated to a specific topic. The library and documentation center of this museum is a valuable reference for researchers. The museum book store also offers a variety of resources and books on the history and culture of Iran.
The Museum of Ancient Iran, beyond a mere museum:
This museum carries out extensive activities to improve the level of public knowledge and awareness and promote archaeological culture. Holding seasonal and thematic exhibitions, educational workshops for those interested, seminars and specialized meetings with the presence of prominent professors, publishing books and periodicals in the field of archeology, holding virtual tours, and activities in social networks are among these activities.
