Musée de l'Alta Rocca
Le musée de l'Alta Rocca, musée labellisé à Levie, est ouvert au public en Corse. Le parcours historique de ce musée est le suivant : Les collections sont issues principalement des fouilles conduites en Alta Rocca depuis 1963.
L'alta Rocca, ce sont plus de 60 sites fouillés, plus de 200 sites prospectés et dont les vestiges constituent une collection de référence. Archéologie, paléo-ethnographie, et histoire se rejoignent dans ce musée, reflet de 10.000 ans d’occupation humaine.
Les collections exposées illustrent l’histoire de la vie quotidienne des populations de l’Alta Rocca depuis le VIIIe millénaire avant notre ère jusqu’au moyen âge.
Ses points forts : On peut y découvrir des pièces originales tel que le squelette de la plus ancienne Dame de Corse, la Dame de Bonifacio et les restes d’animaux disparus tel le prolagus, la vaisselle atypique de Curacchiaghju (Levie) , des outils réalisés en roche locale ou importés, des parures en bronze parmi lesquelles la fibule des Corses témoignent du savoir faire des hommes.
Les collections de l'établissement portent sur : Archéologie, Ethnologie, Histoire. On trouve le musée au quartier Prato à Levie. Renseignements par téléphone au 04 95 78 46 34 / 47 98. Site officiel : www.corsedusud.fr/nos-competences/patrimoine-et-culture/musee-departemental-de-laltarocca/.
History
Les collections sont issues principalement des fouilles conduites en Alta Rocca depuis 1963. L'alta Rocca, ce sont plus de 60 sites fouillés, plus de 200 sites prospectés et dont les vestiges constituent une collection de référence.
Archéologie, paléo-ethnographie, et histoire se rejoignent dans ce musée, reflet de 10.000 ans d’occupation humaine. Les collections exposées illustrent l’histoire de la vie quotidienne des populations de l’Alta Rocca depuis le VIIIe millénaire avant notre ère jusqu’au moyen âge.
Collection highlights
On peut y découvrir des pièces originales tel que le squelette de la plus ancienne Dame de Corse, la Dame de Bonifacio et les restes d’animaux disparus tel le prolagus, la vaisselle atypique de Curacchiaghju (Levie) , des outils réalisés en roche locale ou importés, des parures en bronze parmi lesquelles la fibule des Corses témoignent du savoir faire des hommes.
Domains and collections
Collection themes
Archeologie nationale : Préhistoire, Protohistoire, Médiéval;Ethnologie (En réserve. Présentées après les travaux d'agrandissement), Costume, Mobilier, Métiers et Outils
Museums nearby
Museum presentation
Located in Levie (Corse-du-Sud), musée de l'Alta Rocca is part of the network of museums awarded the « Musée de France » label by the Ministry of Culture. This label guarantees the quality of its collections and the institution's commitment to conservation, accessibility, and cultural outreach.
The museum serves as a key venue for local and regional cultural life.
Collections and fields
The collections of musée de l'Alta Rocca cover the following fields: Archéologie, Ethnologie, Histoire. These holdings, built up over decades, reflect the richness of the local heritage and offer a varied overview of artistic and scientific expressions.
The museum pursues a policy of enriching its collections through acquisitions, donations, and deposits.
Practical information
musée de l'Alta Rocca is located at quartier Prato, 20170 Levie. Opening hours and admission fees may vary depending on the season. It is recommended to contact the museum directly or check its official website before your visit.
The institution may offer guided tours, educational workshops, and events for all audiences.
The museum and its territory
The presence of musée de l'Alta Rocca contributes to the cultural influence of Levie and the Corse-du-Sud department.
The museum maintains ties with other cultural institutions in the territory and participates in national events such as the Nuit des musées and the Journées européennes du patrimoine.
The 'Museum of France' label
The « Musée de France » label is governed by the law of January 4, 2002, on museums in France.
It is awarded to museums whose collections are of public interest and that commit to meeting obligations regarding conservation, restoration, inventory, and accessibility. musée de l'Alta Rocca meets these requirements and thus ensures the preservation of its collections for future generations.
Data sources
The information presented on this page comes from the Muséofile database of the Ministry of Culture, published on data.culture.gouv.fr under the Open License v2.0 (Etalab). The artworks associated with this museum come from the Joconde database. This data is updated regularly.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know
musée de l'Alta Rocca is located in Levie, in the Corse-du-Sud department. Check the museum's record for the full address and contact details.
musée de l'Alta Rocca's collections are listed in the Culture Ministry's Museofile database. Visit the museum's page to see the themed areas covered by its collections.
Yes, musée de l'Alta Rocca bears the « Musée de France » label awarded by the Culture Ministry, which guarantees the quality and accessibility of its collections.
Part of musée de l'Alta Rocca's works have been digitized and are accessible on our website via the Joconde database. The number of works available online may vary.
Opening hours vary according to the season and the day of the week. Contact the museum directly or visit its official website for current hours.
Prices depend on the institution. Many museums offer discounted rates and free admission for certain visitor categories.
Accessibility varies depending on the institution and the layout of the premises. Check with the museum before your visit to know about available accommodations.
Other labelled museums are located in Levie or neighboring municipalities. Check the city or department page for the full museum offerings.
Many labelled museums offer guided tours, workshops, and activities. Contact the institution directly to find out about current programs.
The data comes from the Culture Ministry's Museofile database (data.culture.gouv.fr), distributed under the Open License v2.0.