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Musée de la haute Auvergne

Museum of France Founded in 1967
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À Saint-Flour, le musée de la haute Auvergne est un musée labellisé « Musée de France » dans le Cantal. En ce qui concerne l'histoire du lieu, Les collections du musée ont été réunies à partir de 1967, autour d'un fonds municipal ancien.

Ce qui fait l'intérêt de cet établissement : Ancien palais épiscopal, édifié au XVIIe siècle au pied de la cathédrale Saint-Pierre. Ses atouts principaux : Le palais épiscopal présente des collections identitaires étonnantes, témoins de l'histoire d'un pays de hautes terres.

Les salles voûtées primitives du palais servent de cadre aux collections archéologiques, la chapelle privée de l'évêque à la statuaire religieuse du XIIe au XIXe siècles, la salle capitulaire au trésor de la cathédrale, et les anciens appartements au mobilier et à l'art populaire de Haute-Auvergne.

Le musée est en lien avec Antoine Lauby ; Jacques-Paul Migne ; Georges Pompidou ; Camille Gandilhon Gens d'Armes. Le fonds muséal s'articule autour de : Archéologie, Arts décoratifs, Beaux-arts, Ethnologie, Histoire, Photographie, Sciences de la nature.

On peut s'y rendre au 24 rue Sorel, à Saint-Flour. L'établissement existe depuis 1967. Consultez le site du musée : www.saint-flour.net/sortir/musee-de-la-haute-auvergne/. Par téléphone : 04 71 60 22 32.

History

Les collections du musée ont été réunies à partir de 1967, autour d'un fonds municipal ancien.

Collection highlights

Le palais épiscopal présente des collections identitaires étonnantes, témoins de l'histoire d'un pays de hautes terres.

Les salles voûtées primitives du palais servent de cadre aux collections archéologiques, la chapelle privée de l'évêque à la statuaire religieuse du XIIe au XIXe siècles, la salle capitulaire au trésor de la cathédrale, et les anciens appartements au mobilier et à l'art populaire de Haute-Auvergne.

The building

Ancien palais épiscopal, édifié au XVIIe siècle au pied de la cathédrale Saint-Pierre.

Protected as a Historic Monument

Notable figures associated with the museum

Antoine Lauby ; Jacques-Paul Migne ; Georges Pompidou ; Camille Gandilhon Gens d'Armes

Domains and collections

Collection themes

Archéologie nationale : Protohistoire, Gallo-romain, Médiéval;Art religieux (Statuaire, orfèvrerie);Arts du spectacle : Cinéma;Beaux-Arts : Peinture, Sculpture;Photographie;Ethnologie : Costume, Mobilier, Métiers et Outils, Pratiques religieuses et collectives, Fromage (le Cantal);Histoire : Histoire locale et régionale, Biographie (C. Gandilhon Gens-d'Armes);Musique : Instruments;Sciences de la nature : Entomologie, Minéralogie, Ornithologie;Sciences et techniques : Transports terrestres

Museum presentation

Situated in Saint-Flour, in the heart of the Cantal department, musée de la haute Auvergne 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 de la haute Auvergne preserves collections spanning several fields: Archéologie, Arts décoratifs, Beaux-arts, Ethnologie, Histoire, Photographie, Sciences de la nature.

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 de la haute Auvergne is located at 24 rue Sorel, 15100 Saint-Flour. 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 haute Auvergne is part of the cultural landscape of Saint-Flour and, more broadly, of the Cantal department. The city is home to other cultural and heritage institutions that complement the museum's offerings.

A visit to Saint-Flour 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 haute Auvergne 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know

musée de la haute Auvergne is located in Saint-Flour, in the Cantal department. Check the museum's record for the full address and contact details.

musée de la haute Auvergne'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 haute Auvergne 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 haute Auvergne'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-Flour 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.