Images of Iran: National Museum of Iran, Tehran
The National Museum of Iran in Tehran has exhibits of Persian antiquities, ceramics, carpets, textiles, coins and calligraphy.
The National Museum of Iran in Tehran is the country’s premier institution for archaeology and history, showcasing artifacts that span Iran’s rich cultural heritage from prehistoric times to the Islamic era. Opened in 1937, the museum is divided into two main complexes: the Amin al‑Tojar Museum of Ancient Iran, which houses relics from the Paleolithic to the Sassanian period, and the Museum of the Islamic Era, featuring art, ceramics, manuscripts, and architectural elements from the 7th century onward. Designed with a blend of traditional Persian architectural elements and modern museology, the National Museum serves not only as a repository of historical treasures but also as an educational center that highlights Iran’s continuous and diverse civilizational legacy.