Château musées
À Blois, le château musées est un musée labellisé « Musée de France » dans le Loir-et-Cher. Le parcours historique de ce musée est le suivant : Créé en 1850 dans les appartements François Ier, le musée est transféré en 1869 au 1er étage de l'aile Louis XII. Les dons affluent dès 1850.
Le musée comprend trois sections : - les appartements historiques ; - les collections de beaux-arts, peintures du XVIe au XIXe siècles ; - les collections d'archéologie provenant de fouilles régionales.
Le musée présente plusieurs atouts : Les appartements de François Ier (cheminées et boiseries Renaissance, mobilier XVIe et XVIIe siècles). Deux galeries de portraits provenant du château de Saint-Germain-Baufré et de Beauregard. La figure de Augustin Thierry (1795 - 1856). Antonietta Gonsalvus.
Iconographie du duc de Guise (Henri Ier de Guise 1550 - 1588). Iconographie des Valois. y occupe une place centrale. Les collections du musée couvrent les domaines suivants : Archéologie, Arts décoratifs, Beaux-arts, Ethnologie, Histoire, Photographie.
L'adresse du musée est : 6 place du château, Blois. Code postal : 41000. Téléphone du musée : 02 54 90 33 33. Plus d'informations sur www.chateaudeblois.fr/2120-le-musee.htm.
History
Créé en 1850 dans les appartements François Ier, le musée est transféré en 1869 au 1er étage de l'aile Louis XII. Les dons affluent dès 1850.
Le musée comprend trois sections : - les appartements historiques ; - les collections de beaux-arts, peintures du XVIe au XIXe siècles ; - les collections d'archéologie provenant de fouilles régionales.
Collection highlights
Les appartements de François Ier (cheminées et boiseries Renaissance, mobilier XVIe et XVIIe siècles). Deux galeries de portraits provenant du château de Saint-Germain-Baufré et de Beauregard.
Notable figures associated with the museum
Augustin Thierry (1795 - 1856). Antonietta Gonsalvus. Iconographie du duc de Guise (Henri Ier de Guise 1550 - 1588). Iconographie des Valois.
Domains and collections
Collection themes
Arts décoratifs : Céramique, Mobilier, Orfèvrerie, Textiles;Arts du spectacle (magie);Beaux-Arts : Dessin, Estampe et Affiche, Peinture, Sculpture;Autres collections : Photographie, Numismatique;Ethnologie :;Archéologie nationale : Préhistoire, Gallo-Romain, Médiéval, Moderne
Collection works
"Vive le roi !" ; Assiette révolutionnaire
céramique, arts décoratifs
« Les Cultures aussi Belles que les Nuages » (Duojia…
estampe, Asie orientale, arts décoratifs
« Paix et Harmonie Partout » (Wangfang anhui)
estampe, Asie orientale
A toi Lubin ; pichet patronymique
céramique, arts décoratifs, vie…
Adolphe Duchalais
sculpture
Africain
sculpture
Agar et Ismaël
sculpture
Agrafe de linteau de porte (élément central)
sculpture, architectureMuseums nearby
Museum presentation
château musées is a museum bearing the « Musée de France » label, located in Blois, in the Loir-et-Cher department, Centre-Val de Loire region. This cultural institution preserves and showcases collections that contribute to the dissemination of the territory's artistic and historical heritage.
Open to the public, it welcomes visitors each year to its permanent and temporary exhibitions.
Collections and fields
château musées preserves collections spanning several fields: Archéologie, Arts décoratifs, Beaux-arts, Ethnologie, Histoire, Photographie.
This diversity allows visitors to explore different facets of the heritage, from ancient art to more recent creations, from everyday objects to exceptional pieces. The collections inventory is regularly updated in accordance with the requirements of the « Musée de France » label.
Practical information
château musées is located at 6 place du château, 41000 Blois. Opening hours and admission fees may vary depending on the season. It is recommended to contact the museum directly or check its official website before your visit.
The institution may offer guided tours, educational workshops, and events for all audiences.
The museum and its territory
The presence of château musées contributes to the cultural influence of Blois and the Loir-et-Cher department. The museum maintains ties with other cultural institutions in the territory and participates in national events such as the Nuit des musées and the Journées européennes du patrimoine.
The 'Museum of France' label
The « Musée de France » label is governed by the law of January 4, 2002, on museums in France.
It is awarded to museums whose collections are of public interest and that commit to meeting obligations regarding conservation, restoration, inventory, and accessibility. château musées meets these requirements and thus ensures the preservation of its collections for future generations.
Data sources
The information presented on this page comes from the Muséofile database of the Ministry of Culture, published on data.culture.gouv.fr under the Open License v2.0 (Etalab). The artworks associated with this museum come from the Joconde database. This data is updated regularly.
See also
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know
château musées is located in Blois, in the Loir-et-Cher department. Check the museum's record for the full address and contact details.
château musées's collections are listed in the Culture Ministry's Museofile database. Visit the museum's page to see the themed areas covered by its collections.
Yes, château musées bears the « Musée de France » label awarded by the Culture Ministry, which guarantees the quality and accessibility of its collections.
Part of château musées's works have been digitized and are accessible on our website via the Joconde database. The number of works available online may vary.
Opening hours vary according to the season and the day of the week. Contact the museum directly or visit its official website for current hours.
Prices depend on the institution. Many museums offer discounted rates and free admission for certain visitor categories.
Accessibility varies depending on the institution and the layout of the premises. Check with the museum before your visit to know about available accommodations.
Other labelled museums are located in Blois or neighboring municipalities. Check the city or department page for the full museum offerings.
Many labelled museums offer guided tours, workshops, and activities. Contact the institution directly to find out about current programs.
The data comes from the Culture Ministry's Museofile database (data.culture.gouv.fr), distributed under the Open License v2.0.