The Auberge of Provence, built in 1575, occupies a long section of Republic Street. Its façade is plain but very attractive with its characteristic quoins and a large columned doorway. The building's graceful interior is notable for the superb hall in the piano nobile.
The Langue of Provence was under the charge of the Grand Commander, who also presided over the Treasury. Provencal knights were entrusted with the defence of St. John's Bastions and the Cavalier Tower, near Hastings Gardens.
The Church of St. Barbara, just across the street from the Auberge, provided for the religious needs of knights of this Langue.
During British rule, the Auberge of Provence housed the British Union Club. Today, the building is the seat of the National Museum of Archaeology
