Musée béarnais
Installé à Oloron-Sainte-Marie (Pyrénées-Atlantiques), le musée béarnais a reçu l'appellation « Musée de France ». Historiquement, Musée créé en 1923 par l'association régionaliste du Béarn, du pays basque et des contrées de l'Adour.
Les atouts de ce musée sont : Collection de mobilier régional, de costumes, d'objet usuels, d’œuvres d'artistes béarnais, d'histoire naturelle (minéralogie, faune et flore).
Les collections du musée couvrent les domaines suivants : Archéologie, Beaux-arts, Ethnologie, Histoire, Photographie, Sciences de la nature. Le musée est joignable au 05 59 39 99 99.
History
Musée créé en 1923 par l'association régionaliste du Béarn, du pays basque et des contrées de l'Adour.
Collection highlights
Collection de mobilier régional, de costumes, d'objet usuels, d’œuvres d'artistes béarnais, d'histoire naturelle (minéralogie, faune et flore).
Domains and collections
Collection themes
Arts décoratifs, Textiles, Ethnologie, Costume, Habitat, Métier et outils
Museums nearby
Museum presentation
Located in Oloron-Sainte-Marie (Pyrénées-Atlantiques), musée béarnais 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 musée béarnais cover the following fields: Archéologie, Beaux-arts, Ethnologie, Histoire, Photographie, Sciences de la nature. 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
musée béarnais is located, 64400 Oloron-Sainte-Marie. 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
musée béarnais is part of the cultural landscape of Oloron-Sainte-Marie and, more broadly, of the Pyrénées-Atlantiques department. The city is home to other cultural and heritage institutions that complement the museum's offerings.
A visit to Oloron-Sainte-Marie 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. musée béarnais 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know
musée béarnais is located in Oloron-Sainte-Marie, in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques department. Check the museum's record for the full address and contact details.
musée béarnais'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, musée béarnais bears the « Musée de France » label awarded by the Culture Ministry, which guarantees the quality and accessibility of its collections.
Part of musée béarnais'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 Oloron-Sainte-Marie 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.