National Archaeological Museum

The building that houses the museum was completed in the early 17th century, making use of a structure that had already been built some years ago. It opened in 1615 as the Royal Palace of Studies which was the headquarters of the University of Naples. When the University moved elsewhere in 1777, King Ferdinand IV commissioned the architect Ferdinando Fuga to restore and repurpose the building to accommodate the Royal Bourbon Museum and Library. Several modifications were made then, including the addition of a second floor on both sides of the central buildings.