Sharjah Archaeology Museum

The Sharjah Archaeology Museum first opened in 1993. It was moved to its current location in 1997 and serves as a permanent archive for all archaeological findings recovered in the Emirate of Sharjah since the start of archaeological excavations in 1972.

Uncover the stories of Sharjah's very early history, brought alive in this interesting museum.

Explore the changing environments experienced by the region's inhabitants from the Stone Age to the present day through displays of artefacts, coins, jewellery, pottery and ancient weapons. Investigate a dig in progress, explore models of burials, houses and tombs and see the first forms of writing in this area.