Cabinets of Curiosities: the museums of our homes!

Did you know that the first museums were created inside the ... houses? 

"Cabinets of curiosity": the first museums in the world were actually rooms filled with collections of various curious objects which rich people collected on their travels. Modern terminology would categorize the objects included as belonging to natural history, geology, ethnography, archaeology, religious or historical relics, works of art and antiquities. The first showcases began to being placed in reception areas or libraries. The classic cabinet of curiosities emerged in the 16th and 17th century, especially, in Eyrope.

Explore the museum that hides in your own home and discover its collections! Collect objects, categorize them, stock them, and write their stories. Create your own museum with your collections of toys, cutlery, books or even the garden’s treasures!

We will be very happy to see photos of your own museums!