Musée d'Orbigny Bernon
Établissement culturel labellisé « Musée de France », le musée d'Orbigny Bernon est implanté à La Rochelle dans le Charente-Maritime.
Concernant son passé, Collections rassemblées initialement au musée des Beaux-Arts (à partir de 1850) et complétées ensuite par des dons et legs et des dépôts de l'Etat. Fermé depuis septembre 2012, le lieu sera reconverti pour accueillir les services culturels de la ville.
Les collections ont été transférées au musée des beaux-arts de La Rochelle, lui-même fermé pour cause de rénovation. Son intérêt tient à : Hôtel particulier construit en 1893 par un riche armateur, négociant et homme politique rochelais.
Les collections permanentes relèvent de : Arts décoratifs, Histoire, Ethnologie, Asie. Le musée se trouve au 2 rue Saint-Côme à La Rochelle. Code postal : 17000. Pour toute information, appeler le 05 46 41 18 83.
History
Collections rassemblées initialement au musée des Beaux-Arts (à partir de 1850) et complétées ensuite par des dons et legs et des dépôts de l'Etat. Fermé depuis septembre 2012, le lieu sera reconverti pour accueillir les services culturels de la ville.
Les collections ont été transférées au musée des beaux-arts de La Rochelle, lui-même fermé pour cause de rénovation.
The building
Hôtel particulier construit en 1893 par un riche armateur, négociant et homme politique rochelais.
Domains and collections
Collection themes
Archéologie nationale : Gallo-romain, Médiéval
Museums nearby
Museum presentation
Situated in La Rochelle, in the heart of the Charente-Maritime department, musée d'Orbigny Bernon 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
The collections of musée d'Orbigny Bernon cover the following fields: Arts décoratifs, Histoire, Ethnologie, Asie. 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 d'Orbigny Bernon is located at 2 rue Saint-Côme, 17000 La Rochelle. 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 d'Orbigny Bernon is part of the cultural landscape of La Rochelle 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 La Rochelle 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 d'Orbigny Bernon 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.
See also
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know
musée d'Orbigny Bernon is located in La Rochelle, in the Charente-Maritime department. Check the museum's record for the full address and contact details.
musée d'Orbigny Bernon'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'Orbigny Bernon bears the « Musée de France » label awarded by the Culture Ministry, which guarantees the quality and accessibility of its collections.
Part of musée d'Orbigny Bernon'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 La Rochelle 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.