Lucchese history from the 8th century BC to late 18th century AD is evoked through archaeological objects, paintings and other artworks at this small museum, at home in a late-Gothic palazzo (mansion) with striking porticoed facade, built between 1413 and 1430 as a summer residence for Paolo Guinigi (1372–1432), Lord of Lucca until his arrest by rival Florentine troops and subsequent death in captivity.
A combination ticket with Museo Nazionale di Palazzo Mansi costs €6.50/3.25 (valid three days).