About Geneva Museum of Art and History
The Geneva Museum of Art and History (Musee d’art et d’histoire) is Switzerland’s largest such museum and home to a world renowned collection.
From contemporary works right back to those of antiquity and prehistoric times, the Geneva Museum of Art and History displays some 7,000 exhibits including artefacts and items of art from around the globe.
The Geneva Museum of Art and History is separated into themes and sections, with the main ones being archaeology, fine arts and applied arts. These areas house incredibly diverse collections, including medieval paintings, Byzantine art and Roman sculptures, all under one roof.
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