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Lugdunum museum in France
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The Lugdunum Museum, also known as the Museum of Gallo-Roman Civilization, is a museum dedicated to the history and culture of the ancient city of Lyon (known as Lugdunum during the Roman period) and the Gallo-Roman civilization that thrived there.

The museum is located in the Fourvière district of Lyon and occupies a modern building designed by architect Bernard Zehrfuss. It opened in 1975 and underwent a major renovation in 2016 to update its exhibits and facilities.

The collections of the Lugdunum Museum cover a wide range of topics related to the Gallo-Roman period, including religion, everyday life, art, and technology. The museum's exhibits showcase a large number of artifacts, including statues, mosaics, jewelry, coins, and tools, among others. Some of the highlights of the museum's collection include the sarcophagus of the Gaulish warrior Eplius, the monumental fountain of Fourvière, and the famous Coligny calendar, the oldest known Celtic calendar.

In addition to its permanent collection, the Lugdunum Museum also hosts temporary exhibitions and offers a range of educational and cultural programs, including guided tours, workshops, and lectures. The museum's mission is to promote the understanding and appreciation of Lyon's rich history and the important role it played in the Gallo-Roman world.

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