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Origin and history

The Departmental Archaeological Museum of Saint-Bertrand-de-Cominges was founded in 1985 following the transfer of the collections of the Société archéologique du Midi de la France to the Conseil général de la Haute-Garonne. These collections come mainly from excavations carried out between 1920 and 1969 on the ancient site of Lugdunum-Conuenae, capital of the Convènes, as well as subsequent discoveries made between 1985 and 2000. The museum plays a key role in the conservation, study and enhancement of these remains, while integrating the results of recent archaeological research.

The museum houses remarkable objects such as fragments of colossal statues, private portraits, a triumphal monument, inscriptions, funeral or religious sculptures, as well as ceramics and coins. Among the most emblematic pieces is the Augustean Trophy, an exceptional set of marble sculptures discovered in 1926. Since 1990, the museum has also offered a regular programme of temporary exhibitions, strengthening its commitment to the dissemination of archaeological knowledge.

Although the museum is officially associated with Saint-Bertrand-de-Cominges, geographical confusion persists with Antichan-de-Frontignes, mentioned in some sources. The collections reflect the richness of the ancient city of the Convens, while illustrating the evolution of archaeological practices since the twentieth century. The museum is labeled "Musée de France" and is part of an active approach to preserving regional heritage.

The archaeological excavations carried out at the Lugdunum-Conuenae site enabled the reconstruction of the history of this Roman city, in particular through architectural elements and everyday objects. The museum is thus positioned as a major player in cultural research and mediation in Occitanie, in close connection with local institutions and researchers.

The administrative address of the museum is located in Saint-Bertrand-de-Cominges, in the department of Haute-Garonne, in the Occitanie region. This geographical positioning makes it a central place for studying the ancient history of southwestern France, while attracting a varied audience, from researchers to tourists.

Finally, the museum highlights works of great diversity, ranging from monumental elements to objects of everyday life, thus offering a complete panorama of the civilization of the Convens. His commitment to research is reflected in regular collaborations with archaeologists and universities, ensuring constant updating of the exposed knowledge.

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