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Ephèbe Museum and Underwater Archeology and its collection
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The Ephèbe Museum, situated in Cap d'Agde, Hérault, France, is a unique institution dedicated to the exploration and preservation of underwater archaeology. Established in 1984, the museum houses a vast collection of artifacts discovered in the sea, river, or Thau lagoon, reflecting Agde's geographical position at the crossroads of waters. The museum's collections span from the end of the Bronze Age to the first third of the 19th century, offering visitors a comprehensive look at a wide range of historical realities.
Ongoing Excavations and Exhibits
The Ephèbe Museum's collections are continually enriched through ongoing excavations and deposits. Since 2019, the museum has been exhibiting some of the furniture from the excavation of the shipwreck of the Jeanne-Elisabeth, a Swedish brig that sank off the coast of Maguelone in 1755. This excavation, carried out by the DRASSM since 2008, is considered one of the most successful and fruitful conducted on a modern wreck in the Western Mediterranean.
Temporary Exhibitions at the Ephèbe Museum
In addition to its permanent collections, the Ephèbe Museum also organizes temporary exhibitions, offering visitors a chance to explore different aspects of underwater archaeology and history. Some of the most notable exhibitions have been dedicated to ancient Egypt, attracting a significant number of visitors and contributing greatly to the museum's reputation and influence.
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