Centro di documentazione del territorio Riccardo Francovich
Small archaeological museum in Scarlino with finds from the excavations of the Rocca, from the Bronze Age to the 17th century, and a treasure of 14th-century gold coins.
Have only individual sections read aloud
About the museum
The Centro di documentazione del territorio, named after the archaeologist Riccardo Francovich, was founded in 1994 in the historic centre of Scarlino, in the area of the Rocca. It holds the materials found in the excavations carried out at the Rocca Aldobrandesca between 1979 and 1983 under Francovich's direction; he was one of the leading figures of medieval archaeology in Italy.
The route unfolds across three small rooms with explanatory panels and display cases. The finds cover a very long period, from the Bronze Age to the 17th century: remains of a protohistoric settlement, Hellenistic walls and an early medieval settlement, together with numerous everyday objects.
Among the best-known pieces is the “tesoro di Scarlino” (Scarlino treasure), about a hundred gold coins of the 14th century from seven different mints, found in a vessel hidden in the wall of the rectory of the Rocca. The centre also offers educational workshops and excursions by reservation.
Highlights
- Finds from the Rocca excavations, from the Bronze Age to the 17th century
- Scarlino treasure: about a hundred 14th-century gold coins
- Three exhibition rooms with panels and display cases
- Educational workshops and excursions by reservation
Permanent exhibition
- Reperti degli scavi della Rocca di Scarlino – Three rooms with archaeological materials from the Bronze Age to the 17th century and the treasure of 14th-century gold coins.
- Founded
- 1994
- Operated by
- Comune di Scarlino
- Director
- Lorenzo Marasco
Admission & discounts
Admission is charged; the amount is not published in the sources consulted.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible: not available
- Elevator: no information
- Accessible restroom: no information
- Accessible parking: no information
- Service dogs welcome: no information
- Tactile models & exhibits: no information
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description: no information
According to the entry for the Musei di Maremma, the centre is not accessible to people with mobility impairments.
Kids & families
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Getting there & parking
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Amenities & dining
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Events & venue rental
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
|---|---|
| School programs | yes |
| Good to know | Educational workshops and excursions by reservation on 0566 844381; information and bookings on 0566 38552. |
