about this museum
The
Pitt Rivers Museum in Oxford is renowned for its extensive collection of over 500,000 archaeological and anthropological artifacts from around the world. Founded in 1884 by General Augustus Pitt Rivers, the museum is distinctive for its typological arrangement, grouping objects by function rather than origin or era. This unique display method offers insights into the similarities and differences of human cultures across time and space. Visitors can explore a diverse array of items, including tools, textiles, masks, and musical instruments, all housed within a striking Victorian-era building.
