Château
À Saint-Germain-de-Livet (Calvados), le château accueille les visiteurs en tant que musée labellisé « Musée de France ». L'histoire du musée se résume ainsi : Le château a été donné à la ville de Lisieux en 1957 et le musée a été créé en 1978.
L'intérêt de ce musée tient à : Le château Renaissance est constitué d'un manoir à pan de bois daté du XVe siècle, d'un bâtiment en pierre et brique vernissé du Pré d'Auge de la fin du XVIe siècle. Il est associé à Alphonse Daudet, José-Maria de Heredia, Henri de Régnier.
Parmi ses atouts : Nombreux souvenirs de la famille qui a donné le Château à la Ville de Lisieux : les Riesener, ébéniste et peintres. Salle des gardes, avec des fresques bien conservées. Beau mobilier et nombreux souvenirs du peintre Eugène Delacroix et de la famille Riesener.
Les poètes de Hérédia et H. de Régnier, l'écrivain Alphonse Daudet. Le musée présente des collections dans : Arts décoratifs, Beaux-arts. L'adresse du musée est : D 268, Saint-Germain-de-Livet. Code postal : 14100. Il a ouvert ses portes en 1978.
Pour toute information, appeler le 02 31 31 00 03. Le site internet du musée : lisieux-normandie.fr/culture/chateau-musee-de-saint-germain-de-livet/.
History
Le château a été donné à la ville de Lisieux en 1957 et le musée a été créé en 1978.
Collection highlights
Nombreux souvenirs de la famille qui a donné le Château à la Ville de Lisieux : les Riesener, ébéniste et peintres. Salle des gardes, avec des fresques bien conservées. Beau mobilier et nombreux souvenirs du peintre Eugène Delacroix et de la famille Riesener.
Les poètes de Hérédia et H. de Régnier, l'écrivain Alphonse Daudet.
The building
Le château Renaissance est constitué d'un manoir à pan de bois daté du XVe siècle, d'un bâtiment en pierre et brique vernissé du Pré d'Auge de la fin du XVIe siècle.
Notable figures associated with the museum
Alphonse Daudet, José-Maria de Heredia, Henri de Régnier
Domains and collections
Collection themes
Arts décoratifs : Céramique, Mobilier, Textiles, Verrerie;Beaux-Arts : Dessin, Estampe et Affiche, Peinture;Photographie;Musique : Souvenirs de compositeurs et interprètes
Museums nearby
Museum presentation
Located in Saint-Germain-de-Livet (Calvados), château is part of the network of museums awarded the « Musée de France » label by the Ministry of Culture. This label guarantees the quality of its collections and the institution's commitment to conservation, accessibility, and cultural outreach.
The museum serves as a key venue for local and regional cultural life.
Collections and fields
The collections of château cover the following fields: Arts décoratifs, Beaux-arts. These holdings, built up over decades, reflect the richness of the local heritage and offer a varied overview of artistic and scientific expressions.
The museum pursues a policy of enriching its collections through acquisitions, donations, and deposits.
Practical information
château is located at D 268, 14100 Saint-Germain-de-Livet. 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 contributes to the cultural influence of Saint-Germain-de-Livet and the Calvados 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 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 is located in Saint-Germain-de-Livet, in the Calvados department. Check the museum's record for the full address and contact details.
château'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 bears the « Musée de France » label awarded by the Culture Ministry, which guarantees the quality and accessibility of its collections.
Part of château'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 Saint-Germain-de-Livet 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.