Civic Museum
About This Museum
You'd never guess that one of Italy's most fascinating ancient stories is tucked away in a modest building just off a quiet village lane. Stepping inside feels like being let in on a secret, moving from the sun-drenched piazza into the cool, dimly lit world of the Etruscans. The museum itself is an unassuming structure that perfectly complements its extraordinary subject matter. It’s a place that doesn't shout but rather whispers, inviting you to lean in and listen to the echoes of a civilization carved directly into the rock.
Collection Highlights
The real stars are the finds from the surrounding 'necropoli rupestri'—those breathtaking Etruscan tombs cut from volcanic tufa. You'll see everything from intricate terracotta votive offerings and black bucchero pottery to solemn sarcophagi that still feel heavy with history. It powerfully connects you to the people who meticulously carved their eternal resting places from the living stone.
Visitor Information
It's located right in the heart of Barbarano Romano on Via S. Angelo—you can't miss it. While it might not have the crowds of Rome's big museums, its intimate scale means you get a truly personal and profound encounter with the past.
Architecture & Building
Housed in a simple, rustic stone building that feels more like a part of the village itself than a grand institution, it blends seamlessly into the historic center.
Contact & Location
Address: 2, Via di Sant'Angelo, Bandita, Barbarano Romano, Viterbo, Lazio, 01010, Italia
Phone: +39 347 355 4991
Website: Visit Website
