Uşak Archaeology Museum

The Uşak Archaeology Museum is a scientific and cultural institution that presents the region’s archaeological and ethnographic richness through an academic approach, shedding light on Uşak’s history and cultural heritage. Originally opened to the public on 23 May 1970, the museum relocated in 2018 to a modern building due to the insufficiency of its previous structure in terms of exhibition and storage capacity.

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The new museum building consists of three floors and includes additional facilities such as a conference hall, foyer, library, and an educational area for children.

The museum’s collection, comprising over 42,000 artifacts, includes finds from the Paleolithic Age, Bronze Ages, Phrygian, Lydian, Hellenistic, Roman, and Byzantine periods.

Chronological display cases on this floor showcase archaeological finds from within the boundaries of Uşak.

Paleolithic Age

Artifacts such as scrapers, burins, and flake fragments.

Bronze Ages

Idols, beak-spouted vessels, and stone axes.

Phrygian, Lydian, Hellenistic, Roman and Byzantine Periods

Examples of fired clay bowls, plates, lamps, figurines, and glassware. The rear sections of the displays provide information on ancient burial customs and beliefs.

Sculpture Section

Statues of Roman officials, statesmen, and athletes.

Ancient City Finds

Stone artifacts excavated from the ancient cities of Akmonia, Blaundos, and Sebaste within the boundaries of Uşak.

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As Uşak lies within the boundaries of the Lydian Kingdom—the first state in history to mint and use coinage—the museum possesses an extensive coin collection. On this floor, chronologically arranged display cases present coins from various periods as well as coin hoards discovered within Uşak’s borders.

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This floor is dedicated to the Karun Treasures. Gold, silver, and precious stone artifacts excavated from Lydian tumuli near Güre Village, located 25 kilometers from Uşak, are displayed here.

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Among the highlights of this collection is the “Winged Sea-Horse Brooch”, which was illegally removed from Türkiye and returned to its homeland in 1993 by court order.

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A section of this floor features reconstructions of daily life during the Lydian period, including depictions of tumuli and the crafts of weavers, potters, and mold-makers.

The final section of the Uşak Archaeology Museum is devoted to the city’s ethnographic heritage. The area is enriched with reconstructions of local practices such as weaving and javelin throwing. Additionally, a variety of traditional costumes, swords, weapons, and authentic everyday objects are exhibited, offering a detailed insight into Uşak’s cultural fabric.