Lons-le-Saunier (Jura) compte 2 musées labellisés « Musée de France ». Les 2 institutions muséales de Lons-le-Saunier rassemblent des collections de nature diverse. Lons-le-Saunier fait partie du département Jura.
Museums in Lons-le-Saunier
Lons-le-Saunier Museums
The city of Lons-le-Saunier, located in the Jura department in the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region, is home to 2 museums bearing the « Musée de France » label. These institutions serve as key venues for the conservation and dissemination of the territory's artistic, historical, and scientific heritage.
Domains and Collections
The museums of Lons-le-Saunier present collections covering the following fields: Archéologie, Sciences de la nature, Arts décoratifs, Beaux-arts, Ethnologie, Histoire. This diversity allows visitors to explore different facets of the heritage, whether art, history, science, or local traditions.
Plan your visit to Lons-le-Saunier
The museums of Lons-le-Saunier are accessible throughout the year, with hours that may vary by season. Some offer guided tours, educational workshops, and temporary exhibitions. Contact each institution for the current program and access conditions.
Lons-le-Saunier in the Jura department
Lons-le-Saunier is part of the Jura department (JuraCode), in the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region. Other municipalities in the department also house labeled museums. A stay in the region allows you to combine visiting the museums of Lons-le-Saunier with those in neighboring cities.
Data sources
The information presented comes from the Muséofile database of the Ministry of Culture (data.culture.gouv.fr), under the Open License v2.0 (Etalab).
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know
Lons-le-Saunier hosts 2 museums bearing the 'Museum of France' label, awarded by the Ministry of Culture.
Museums in Lons-le-Saunier cover various fields: fine arts, archaeology, history, natural sciences, decorative arts, ethnology.
Prices vary. Many offer free admission on the first Sunday of the month and reduced rates.
Check the details of each museum for the full address. Most are accessible by public transportation.
Yes, digitized works are accessible via the Joconde database of the Ministry of Culture.
Accessibility depends on each establishment. Contact the museum before your visit.
Lons-le-Saunier is located in the Jura department.
Many museums offer guided tours and workshops. Inquire directly with the establishment.
Museums participate in national events (Night of Museums, Heritage Days) and host temporary exhibitions.
The data come from the Muséofile database of the Ministry of Culture (data.culture.gouv.fr), under Open License v2.0.