Museum of History and Archaeology, Piatra Neamț

Museum of History and Archaeology

National Museum ComplexSince 193410 Mihai Eminescu Street

The leading institution for the historical and archaeological heritage of the Neamț area. The main exhibition traces how human communities in the region developed, alongside the coin collection, temporary exhibition spaces and a virtual tour.

About the museum

Local museum work began in the first quarter of the 20th century. In 1934, at the initiative of the priest Constantin Matasă, an archaeological museum devoted to local finds took shape. Since 1980 the museum has been housed in the historic building at 10 Mihai Eminescu Street.

What you can see:

  • Main exhibition with archaeological and historical pieces
  • Coin collection with coins and medallions
  • Temporary exhibitions and themed displays
  • Constantin Matasă section
  • Interactive virtual tour
The History Museum building

Collections and exhibitions

Archaeological exhibition

The permanent exhibition shows how human communities in the Neamț area evolved, from prehistory to modern times. It was last reorganised in 2007–2008, with the reopening scheduled for 15 May 2025.

Highlights of the collections:

  • Palaeolithic and Neolithic artefacts
  • Dacian and Roman objects
  • Medieval and modern pieces
  • A valuable coin collection
  • Historical documents and photographs

Opening hours

MondayClosed
April–September10:00–18:00
October–March9:00–17:00

*Last entry 30 minutes before closing

Prices

Adults16 lei
Students / Adult groups8 lei
Preschoolers / Schoolchildren4 lei
Photography / Filming10 lei

Contact information

  • 10 Mihai Eminescu Street, Piatra Neamț
  • 0233 217 496

    0233 218 108

Key event

Permanent exhibition reopens
📅 15 May 2025, 14:00

Plan your visit

Combine the museum with a walk around town that takes in the Princely Court, Stephen the Great's Tower and the Wooden Synagogue. For a view over the whole city, ride the Telegondola Piatra Neamț