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Origin and history

Juliobona, Gallo-Roman museum of Lillebonne, is a space dedicated to archaeology located in the Norman commune of Lillebonne. Based on discoveries made since the 19th century, it preserves and showcases nearly 300 objects from local excavations. These artifacts are used to reconstruct various aspects of daily life in the Gallo-Roman era, such as commercial practices, religious cults, or public infrastructure such as theatre and thermal baths. The name Juliobona also refers to the ancient appellation of Lillebonne, highlighting the direct link between the museum and local history.

The museum's temporary exhibitions complete this historical immersion. In 2022-2023, the exhibition "200 years of archaeology in Lillebonne" celebrated two centuries of research on the site. In 2023, "Who are you Apollo? From Juliobona to pop culture" explored the figure of the god Apollo, from local remains to its contemporary representations. These events reflect the desire of the museum to link ancient heritage and cultural news, while building on recent scientific works, such as those published in the journal Anabases in 2024.

The museum is part of a wider heritage network, evoked by its links with the portals of archaeology, the Seine-Maritime, and the Celtic world. Its official website and associated academic references (such as the articles by Tiphaine A. Besnard and his collaborators) testify to its local and scientific roots. Although the sources do not specify an exact period for the collections, their Gallo-Roman origin and their discovery from the 19th century suggest continuity in the preservation of this Norman heritage.

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