Musée de la Folie Marco
Le musée de la Folie Marco est situé à Barr dans le département Bas-Rhin et porte le label « Musée de France ». Le parcours historique de ce musée est le suivant : Le musée a été créé grâce au legs des frères Schwartz, en 1960.
Les collections ont été complétées par des achats de la ville et de la société des amis du musée. Il se distingue par : Mobilier du XVIIe au XIXe siècle. Il s'agit d'un mobilier régional de qualité, à l'exception d'une ou deux pièces parisiennes (Beneman).
Importantes collections de faïences et de porcelaines de l'Est de la France, (Strasbourg, Niderviller, Lunéville), de Sèvres et d'Allemagne. Importantes collections d'étains locaux, tapisseries d'Aubusson, poêles alsaciens des XVIIIe et XIXe siècles.
Son intérêt principal : Demeure patricienne d'architecture française du XVIIIe siècle. Les domaines couverts par les collections incluent : Arts décoratifs. L'adresse du musée est : 30 rue du docteur Sultzer, Barr. Code postal : 67140. L'institution a vu le jour en 1960.
Contact : 03 88 08 94 72. Informations en ligne : www.musee-foliemarco.com.
History
Le musée a été créé grâce au legs des frères Schwartz, en 1960. Les collections ont été complétées par des achats de la ville et de la société des amis du musée.
Collection highlights
Mobilier du XVIIe au XIXe siècle. Il s'agit d'un mobilier régional de qualité, à l'exception d'une ou deux pièces parisiennes (Beneman).
Importantes collections de faïences et de porcelaines de l'Est de la France, (Strasbourg, Niderviller, Lunéville), de Sèvres et d'Allemagne. Importantes collections d'étains locaux, tapisseries d'Aubusson, poêles alsaciens des XVIIIe et XIXe siècles.
The building
Demeure patricienne d'architecture française du XVIIIe siècle.
Domains and collections
Collection themes
Arts décoratifs : Mobilier, Objets d'art
Museums nearby
Museum presentation
Located in Barr (Bas-Rhin), musée de la Folie Marco 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 de la Folie Marco cover the following fields: Arts décoratifs. 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 de la Folie Marco is located at 30 rue du docteur Sultzer, 67140 Barr. 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 de la Folie Marco is part of the cultural landscape of Barr and, more broadly, of the Bas-Rhin department. The city is home to other cultural and heritage institutions that complement the museum's offerings.
A visit to Barr 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 de la Folie Marco 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 de la Folie Marco is located in Barr, in the Bas-Rhin department. Check the museum's record for the full address and contact details.
musée de la Folie Marco'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 de la Folie Marco bears the « Musée de France » label awarded by the Culture Ministry, which guarantees the quality and accessibility of its collections.
Part of musée de la Folie Marco'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 Barr 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.