Musée Capon
À Marans (Charente-Maritime), le musée Capon accueille les visiteurs en tant que musée labellisé « Musée de France ». Ses atouts principaux : Le musée présente des pièces archéologiques d'époque gallo-romaine et des collections consacrées à l'histoire locale.
La partie la plus originale des collections concerne la faïence du XVIIe au XIXe siècles, époque où Marans fut un grand centre producteur. Les domaines couverts par les collections incluent : Archéologie, Histoire. Le musée se trouve au 62 rue d'Aligre à Marans. Code postal : 17230.
Téléphone : 05 46 01 12 87.
Collection highlights
Le musée présente des pièces archéologiques d'époque gallo-romaine et des collections consacrées à l'histoire locale. La partie la plus originale des collections concerne la faïence du XVIIe au XIXe siècles, époque où Marans fut un grand centre producteur.
Domains and collections
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Museum presentation
Situated in Marans, in the heart of the Charente-Maritime department, musée Capon 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
musée Capon preserves collections spanning several fields: Archéologie, Histoire. 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
musée Capon is located at 62 rue d'Aligre, 17230 Marans. 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 Capon is part of the cultural landscape of Marans and, more broadly, of the Charente-Maritime department. The city is home to other cultural and heritage institutions that complement the museum's offerings.
A visit to Marans 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 Capon 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 Capon is located in Marans, in the Charente-Maritime department. Check the museum's record for the full address and contact details.
musée Capon'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 Capon bears the « Musée de France » label awarded by the Culture Ministry, which guarantees the quality and accessibility of its collections.
Part of musée Capon'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 Marans 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.