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Écomusée de la Grande Lande

Museum of France Ecomusée
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Le écomusée de la Grande Lande est l'un des musées labellisés « Musée de France » de Sabres, en Nouvelle-Aquitaine. Pour ce qui est de l'histoire de l'établissement, Le Parc naturel régional acquiert à partir de 1968 le foncier et l'immobilier à Sabres et à Luxey.

Les collections sont réunies à partir de 1969 sous la direction de G. H. Rivière qui crée le premier écomusée de France. Ce musée est lié au nom de Félix Arnaudin (1844 - 1921). Pierre Toulgouat (? - 1992). Il dispose de plusieurs atouts : Ethnographie de la Grande Lande.

Conservatoire végétal et animal d'espèces régionales. Accès en train à vapeur. Histoire des techniques.

Son intérêt : Réunion, sur plusieurs hectares, d'exemples d'habitations et de bâtiments d'exploitation (granges, moulins, gare) caractéristiques de la Haute Lande au XIXe siècle.

Les collections de l'établissement portent sur : Ethnologie, Sciences de la nature, Technique et industrie. Adresse : route de Solférino, Sabres. Pour toute information, appeler le 05 58 08 31 31. Le site internet du musée : www.marqueze.fr/.

History

Le Parc naturel régional acquiert à partir de 1968 le foncier et l'immobilier à Sabres et à Luxey. Les collections sont réunies à partir de 1969 sous la direction de G. H. Rivière qui crée le premier écomusée de France.

Collection highlights

Ethnographie de la Grande Lande. Conservatoire végétal et animal d'espèces régionales. Accès en train à vapeur. Histoire des techniques.

The building

Réunion, sur plusieurs hectares, d'exemples d'habitations et de bâtiments d'exploitation (granges, moulins, gare) caractéristiques de la Haute Lande au XIXe siècle.

Protégé au titre des Monuments historiques (annexe Luxey)

Notable figures associated with the museum

Félix Arnaudin (1844 - 1921). Pierre Toulgouat (? - 1992).

Domains and collections

Collection themes

Art religieux (vêtement et objet de culte);Arts décoratifs : Mobilier, Orfèvrerie, Textiles, Verrerie;Beaux-Arts : Dessin, Estampe et Affiche, Peinture, Sculpture;Autres collections : Archives papier, Archives sonores, Photographie, Manuscrits, incunables, Partitions, Plans, Autre(s), (Collection de céréales rustiques anciennes, différentes races d'animaux.);Ethnologie : Costume, Habitat, Mobilier, Métiers et Outils, Pratiques religieuses et collectives, Autre(s), (Histoire des techniques);Histoire : Histoire locale et régionale, Histoire religieuse;Musique : Instruments;Sciences et techniques (Technique de distillation),

Museum presentation

Located in Sabres (Landes), écomusée de la Grande Lande 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

écomusée de la Grande Lande preserves collections spanning several fields: Ethnologie, Sciences de la nature, 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

écomusée de la Grande Lande is located at route de Solférino, 40630 Sabres. 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

écomusée de la Grande Lande is part of the cultural landscape of Sabres and, more broadly, of the Landes department. The city is home to other cultural and heritage institutions that complement the museum's offerings.

A visit to Sabres allows you to combine discovering the museum with exploring the architectural and natural heritage of the area.

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. écomusée de la Grande Lande 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

écomusée de la Grande Lande is located in Sabres, in the Landes department. Check the museum's record for the full address and contact details.

écomusée de la Grande Lande'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, écomusée de la Grande Lande bears the « Musée de France » label awarded by the Culture Ministry, which guarantees the quality and accessibility of its collections.

Part of écomusée de la Grande Lande'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 Sabres 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.