Provincial Archaeological Museum of Alicante
The Archaeological Museum of Alicante (MARQ) presents the history of the region through innovative exhibitions, interactive displays, and research that connect archaeology with contemporary museum practice.
The Archaeological Museum of Alicante (MARQ) in Spain is a museum dedicated to exploring the history of the Alicante region through innovative and educational displays. Conceived as the first archaeological museum of the twenty-first century, MARQ combines traditional research with modern exhibition techniques to present archaeology in an engaging and accessible way.
Visitors can explore the evolution of the region from prehistory to the modern era through its permanent galleries, which include sections on the Iberian, Roman, and Medieval periods. The museum also features thematic areas such as Field Archaeology, Urban Archaeology, and Underwater Archaeology, where interactive installations, audiovisuals, and reconstructions demonstrate the methods used by archaeologists to uncover and interpret the past.
In addition to its permanent collection, MARQ hosts temporary exhibitions and manages important archaeological sites and monuments across the province of Alicante. It also serves as a centre for research, conservation, restoration, and public education, integrating scientific study with cultural outreach.
Through its combination of scholarship and public engagement, the Archaeological Museum of Alicante provides a comprehensive understanding of the region’s heritage and the civilisations that have shaped it over time.