A temporary exhibition recounting the grand history of archaeology.
The Palais de Rumine 's 2025-2026 exhibition focuses on how archaeology evolved during the 19th century, shifting from an elite pursuit to a popular science. It highlights major discoveries from Napoleon's era to Mycenae and Swiss lake settlements, and how these findings shaped pop culture.
Organized by MCAH and Naturéum, the exhibition draws on 19th-century museum collections and provides a critical look at how past knowledge has been transformed by recent advances in science.
Palais de Rumine, Place de la Riponne, Lausanne (Grandes salles - 2nd floor)