Musée d’art et d’histoire du Cap de Gascogne
Le musée d’art et d’histoire du Cap de Gascogne est situé à Saint-Sever dans le département Landes et porte le label « Musée de France ». Historiquement, Collections lapidaires provenant de l'oppidum de Morlanne (chapiteaux des VIIIe et IXe siècles) et de l'abbatiale de Saint-Sever.
Présentation du Beatus de l'Apocalypse de Saint-Sever (XIe siècle).
Le musée présente plusieurs atouts : Le musée s’adresse à toute personne souhaitant plonger dans l’histoire du territoire du Cap de Gascogne, positionné à la lisière de la plaine des pins et des paysages agricoles de la Chalosse. Collection lapidaire, avec des chapiteaux gallo-romains et pré romans.
Vestiges recueillis lors des fouilles de la villa gallo-romaine d'Augreilh. Diapositives géantes de l'Apocalypse de Saint-Sever, manuscrit du XIe siècle enluminé. Maquette de Saint-Sever. Il suscite l'intérêt par : Couvent des Jacobins, fondé en 1280.
A ce jour, il est le seul couvent de Frères prêcheurs intégralement conservé en Aquitaine. Le fonds muséal s'articule autour de : Archéologie, Histoire. Adresse : rue Lamarques, Saint-Sever. Il a ouvert ses portes en 1980. Téléphone du musée : 05 58 76 34 64.
Plus d'informations sur www.mahcapdegascogne.fr.
History
Collections lapidaires provenant de l'oppidum de Morlanne (chapiteaux des VIIIe et IXe siècles) et de l'abbatiale de Saint-Sever. Présentation du Beatus de l'Apocalypse de Saint-Sever (XIe siècle).
Collection highlights
Le musée s’adresse à toute personne souhaitant plonger dans l’histoire du territoire du Cap de Gascogne, positionné à la lisière de la plaine des pins et des paysages agricoles de la Chalosse. Collection lapidaire, avec des chapiteaux gallo-romains et pré romans.
Vestiges recueillis lors des fouilles de la villa gallo-romaine d'Augreilh. Diapositives géantes de l'Apocalypse de Saint-Sever, manuscrit du XIe siècle enluminé. Maquette de Saint-Sever.
The building
Couvent des Jacobins, fondé en 1280. A ce jour, il est le seul couvent de Frères prêcheurs intégralement conservé en Aquitaine.
Domains and collections
Collection themes
Archéologie nationale
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Museum presentation
musée d’art et d’histoire du Cap de Gascogne is a museum bearing the « Musée de France » label, located in Saint-Sever, in the Landes department, Nouvelle-Aquitaine region.
This cultural institution preserves and showcases collections that contribute to the dissemination of the territory's artistic and historical heritage. Open to the public, it welcomes visitors each year to its permanent and temporary exhibitions.
Collections and fields
musée d’art et d’histoire du Cap de Gascogne 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 d’art et d’histoire du Cap de Gascogne is located at rue Lamarques, 40500 Saint-Sever. 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 musée d’art et d’histoire du Cap de Gascogne contributes to the cultural influence of Saint-Sever and the Landes 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. musée d’art et d’histoire du Cap de Gascogne 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 d’art et d’histoire du Cap de Gascogne is located in Saint-Sever, in the Landes department. Check the museum's record for the full address and contact details.
musée d’art et d’histoire du Cap de Gascogne'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 d’art et d’histoire du Cap de Gascogne bears the « Musée de France » label awarded by the Culture Ministry, which guarantees the quality and accessibility of its collections.
Part of musée d’art et d’histoire du Cap de Gascogne'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-Sever 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.