Museo Arqueológico de Calasparra

About the museum

The Calasparra Archaeological Museum, also known as La Encomienda, brings together remains found in the municipal area and its surroundings, from the Palaeolithic to the Islamic culture of the 13th century. It is on Calle Mayor, next to the tourist office, in an 18th-century building that was once the seat of the commandery (encomienda) of the Order of Saint John of Jerusalem.

The collection comprises around 700 objects from archaeology and natural sciences. Its highlights include the Islamic finds from the site of Villa Vieja, an abandoned Andalusi settlement in the municipal area of Calasparra. The natural sciences section displays numerous fossils and minerals.

Highlights

• Islamic finds from the abandoned settlement of Villa Vieja
• Archaeological remains from the Palaeolithic to the Islamic period of the 13th century
• Collection of fossils and minerals
• Historic building of the Encomienda of the Order of Saint John

Permanent exhibition

• Arqueología y ciencias naturales de Calasparra – Around 700 objects, including the Islamic finds from Villa Vieja and a collection of fossils and minerals.

Admission & discounts

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Accessibility

• Wheelchair accessible
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• Accessible restroom: no information
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• Service dogs welcome: no information
• Tactile models & exhibits: no information
• Sign language tours: no information
• Easy-to-read materials: no information
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The Region of Murcia tourism portal lists it as an establishment adapted for people with disabilities.

Kids & families

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Getting there & parking

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Amenities & dining

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