Musée Saint-Raymond Historic Monument in Toulouse

The Saint-Raymond Museum, located in Toulouse, is a historical monument with a long history.

History of the building

The current building was originally a college built in the 13th century, then a hospital in the 16th century.

It was restored and converted into a museum of antiquities in 1892.

Archaeological Museum

Today, the building houses the Toulouse Archaeology Museum.

The collections include objects dating from Prehistory, Roman times and the Middle Ages, with a particular emphasis on Roman sculpture.
The basement of the museum also reveals a very interesting archaeological site : an ancient cemetery in which a lime kiln was discovered.

Cultural significance

The museum is an important place for the preservation and presentation of the history of Toulouse and the region.
It offers visitors a fascinating insight into the daily life and art of past eras.