Historical Museum, located in Sandanski is one of the main attractions of the city. Museology in Sandanski began with the creation in 1936 of the archaeological community "Struma". The collection, gathered members of the group, was at that time in the first primary school in the town.

In 1960 began the systematic excavations, which aim was to find ancient buildings (houses, churches, and so on. D.), And artifacts in the ancient city, located beneath the modern Sandanski. The development of archeology beneficial impact on the development of the museum: the new exhibits were found, supplementing the collection, developed methods of recovery and preservation of cultural heritage.

The museum complex, which opened in 1960, is located on the spot where once stood the ancient city. Visitors can see here the ruins of various structures: Early Christian basilica of Bishop John's and the necropolis, gymnasium (the institution, which engaged in physical training), baths and residential buildings. One of the most interesting objects found in recent years is the Episcopal complex including the basilica, baptistery, atrium with a colonnade, premises and facilities, which are currently still being studied.

In addition, the collection of the complex - tombstones, coins, pottery, household items, jewelry, belonging to different historical periods.

The museum has a rich archive and a convenient location that stores the detected findings, documents, photographs and other materials related to archaeological work.