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About
The museum is dedicated to protecting the comprehensive archaeological heritage of Iraq from loss or destruction while using its collections to bring enrichment and knowledge to the public through exhibition and interpretation.
The Iraq Museum, originally established as the Baghdad Archaeological Museum in 1926, houses one of the world’s most significant collections spanning over 5,000 years of Mesopotamian and Iraqi history across 28 galleries. Its holdings feature artifacts from Sumerian, Akkadian, Assyrian, Babylonian, and Islamic cultures, crafted from materials such as glass, pottery, metal, ivory, and parchment. Dedicated to preserving the nation’s comprehensive archaeological heritage, the museum publicly exhibits these items and provides educational programming to enrich public knowledge and ensure their survival for future generations.
Visit
Hours, tickets, and directions for The Iraq Museum.
Address
Al-Alawi Area, Al-Salihiyyah Neighborhood, Al-Karkh District, Baghdad, Iraq