Archaeological Museum - Carlo Cicala
The history of ancient Privernum,
from the Volscian world to the Roman city.
In the historic center of Priverno, the Carlo Cicala Archaeological Museum houses one of the most important collections in the Pontine region. Statues, mosaics, inscriptions, ceramics, and artifacts tell the story of ancient Privernum, a city that was first Volscian and later Roman. The museum is housed in the historic Palazzo Valeriani-Guarini-Antonelli, which overlooks the town’s main square. Among the most striking works is the famous mosaic depicting a Nile landscape, a testament to the luxury and refinement of Roman domus.
USEFUL INFORMATION
Distance from the Oil Mill: 2.1 km
Location: Priverno, historic center
Recommended visit duration: 1 to 2 hours
Ideal for: couples, families, enthusiasts
of archaeology and culture
Why visit
To learn about the ancient history of the region where Orsini olive oil is produced. To admire mosaics, statues, and artifacts from the Privernum excavations. To discover Priverno through a cultural tour that is accessible and family-friendly.
WHAT TO SEE
The mosaic of the
Nilotic Threshold
Statues and portraits of
the Imperial era.
Artifacts from the ancient Roman city of Privernum.
The historic rooms of Palazzo Valeriani-Guarini-Antonelli.
Orsini's tip
After your visit, treat yourself to a stroll through the historic center
of Priverno and continue on to Fossanova for a day
of archaeology, villages and local flavors.
See also...
Fossanova and its medieval village
A place of silence, architecture, and spirituality, dominated by the extraordinary Cistercian abbey.
The Privernum Archaeological Park
Walking among the ruins of the ancient Roman city and imagining the life that once thrived on this plain more than two thousand years ago.