Ashdod Museum of Art "Center Monart" is located in the city center, next to the city hall. There is also a central bus station nea …
The Beit Hativat Givati Museum is dedicated to the history of the Israeli War of Independence and is the site of the decisive batt …
Ashdod is a coastal city with a vibrant cultural atmosphere and amazing museum collections that reveal the region’s multi-layered history. There are maritime romance and archaeological discoveries, modern art and memory of key events of the XX century. A trip to Ashdod easily turns into a rich journey through museums and author’s excursions, where each hall offers its own emotional discovery and new facts about the past and present of the city.
In the heart of the city, you should visit the Ashdod Museum of Art "Center Monart", near the city hall, where modern projects, exhibitions of local and international artists and interactive programs for schoolchildren and adults are collected. The Beit-Khativat Givati Museum is dedicated to the history of the Israeli War of Independence and is located on the site of one of the decisive battles - the exhibition presents original military artifacts, documents and personal belongings of the participants in those events. Ashdod Museum named after Korin Maman tells about the life and art of the ancient Philistines: here you can see pottery, jewelry and household items found during sea and coastal excavations that help to understand the culture of this sea people. In the vicinity of the city there are also archaeological sites and small private collections that complement the main picture of the history of the region and make it possible to compile a variety of museum routes.
Ashdod’s museum life is dynamic: temporary exhibitions of contemporary art and historical projects alternate in the permanent halls, educational programs and thematic excursions for families are held. Museums regularly organize temporary exhibitions and imported collections, cooperate with Israeli and foreign institutions, which makes the poster rich throughout the year. Keep an eye on the museums’ program – in spring and early autumn, special projects and series of lectures on archaeology, maritime history and contemporary art practices often appear.
Come to Ashdod to walk the museum routes and feel the atmosphere of the place where the sea, antiquity and modern art intertwine. To make the visit as informative and comfortable as possible, book a tour with a private guide: local guides will offer personalized routes, tell little-known stories and help organize logistics between exhibitions. Leave a request for a tour and discover Ashdod from a new side - a trip to the museums promises to be remembered for a long time.
