Museum of Philistine Culture
Museum of Philistine Culture (Hebrew: המוזיאון לתרבות הפלשתים ע"ש קורין ממן) is an archaeological museum in Ashdod (Israel). Museum is dedicated to the culture of the Philistines, the ancient people who inhabited the maritime part of Israel from the XII century BC. It is the only museum in the world completely dedicated to this topic.[1]
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| Established | 1990 |
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| Website | www |
The museum has a permanent exhibition showing archaeological finds, as well as temporary exhibitions. Cultural events are held for visitors; in particular, they can try on clothes similar to those worn by the ancient Philistines, and try the dishes of their cuisine.[1]
The Philistines Culture Museum is the first museum to open in Ashdod in 1990.
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References
- "The Corinne Mamane Museum of Philistine Culture". Museums in Israel: National Portal. Retrieved 2019-06-03.
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- Corinne Mamane Museum of Philistine Culture homepage, archived copy (2014)
- Museum of Philistine Culture at Museums in Israel – the National Portal, active 2020
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