Founded in 1855 to promote historical studies of Val d’Aosta, it is a prestigious place of documentation, provided with an archive and precious items, including Celtic gold coins and bronze bracelets, medieval wooden statues, 16th-century paintings, ceramic and glass ornaments, weapons and armour.
The rich collection, at present not visible, will be moved in the future to the Aymavilles Castle, in order to be exhibited to the public.

The academy’s seat can be visited upon request and for research purposes only.