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Collections du musée de la société archéologique de Touraine

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Le collections du musée de la société archéologique de Touraine est l'un des musées labellisés « Musée de France » de Tours, en Centre-Val de Loire. Le parcours historique de ce musée est le suivant : Le musée rassemble les collections de la Société archéologique de Touraine.

Ces collections, autrefois présentées à l’Hôtel Gouïn, ont été remises en gestion au Conseil départemental d’Indre-et-Loire par convention du 6 décembre 2007.

Elles restent propriété de la Société archéologique de Touraine, le Conseil départemental se chargeant d’en assurer la conservation et la présentation au public. Les collections de l'établissement portent sur : Archéologie, Arts décoratifs, Beaux-arts, Ethnologie, Technique et industrie.

L'établissement est accessible au 25 rue du commerce, Tours. Le musée est joignable au 02 47 31 43 27. Site web : www.societearcheotouraine.eu/168/collections/musee-de-l-hotel-gouin.

History

Le musée rassemble les collections de la Société archéologique de Touraine. Ces collections, autrefois présentées à l’Hôtel Gouïn, ont été remises en gestion au Conseil départemental d’Indre-et-Loire par convention du 6 décembre 2007.

Elles restent propriété de la Société archéologique de Touraine, le Conseil départemental se chargeant d’en assurer la conservation et la présentation au public.

Domains and collections

Collection themes

Archéologie nationale : Préhistoire, Gallo-romain, Médiéval;Arts décoratifs : Verrerie (Vitraux);Beaux-Arts : Sculpture;Histoire : Histoire locale et régionale

Collection works

Museum presentation

Situated in Tours, in the heart of the Indre-et-Loire department, collections du musée de la société archéologique de Touraine holds the « Musée de France » label granted by the Ministry of Culture.

This institution fulfills a public service mission by making its collections accessible to the widest possible audience and contributing to the artistic and cultural education of the territory.

Collections and fields

collections du musée de la société archéologique de Touraine preserves collections spanning several fields: Archéologie, Arts décoratifs, Beaux-arts, Ethnologie, Technique et industrie.

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

collections du musée de la société archéologique de Touraine is located at 25 rue du commerce, 37000 Tours. 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 collections du musée de la société archéologique de Touraine contributes to the cultural influence of Tours and the Indre-et-Loire 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. collections du musée de la société archéologique de Touraine 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know

collections du musée de la société archéologique de Touraine is located in Tours, in the Indre-et-Loire department. Check the museum's record for the full address and contact details.

collections du musée de la société archéologique de Touraine'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, collections du musée de la société archéologique de Touraine bears the « Musée de France » label awarded by the Culture Ministry, which guarantees the quality and accessibility of its collections.

Part of collections du musée de la société archéologique de Touraine'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 Tours 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.