Musée de la Tour abbatiale
Le musée de la Tour abbatiale est un établissement muséal labellisé, installé à Saint-Amand-les-Eaux (Nord). Historiquement, Le musée est créé en 1950 par Raymond Lebacqz, qui lègue une grande partie de la collection actuelle (faïences amandinoises du XVIIIe siècle).
Le recrutement d'un conservateur en 1979 permet l'enrichissement des collections par des achats et des dons. Ce musée est lié au nom de Raymond Lebacqz. Il dispose de plusieurs atouts : Art religieux du XVIe au XVIIIe siècle (évocation des fastes de l'abbaye disparue).
Faïence amandinoise XVIIIe-XXe siècles : manufactures Dorez, Desmoutiers, Fauquez. Céramique contemporaine (contrepoint à la section Faïence préindustrielle de Saint-Amand). Art campanaire et carillon (tradition locale et régionale).
Son intérêt : Tour abbatiale du XVIIe siècle, de l'ancienne abbaye de Saint-Amand d'Elnon. Le fonds muséal s'articule autour de : Arts décoratifs, Beaux-arts, Histoire. Le musée de la Tour abbatiale est situé au grand-place, Saint-Amand-les-Eaux.
Renseignements par téléphone au 03 27 22 24 55. Site officiel : www.saint-amand-les-eaux.fr/musee-de-la-tour-abbatiale.
History
Le musée est créé en 1950 par Raymond Lebacqz, qui lègue une grande partie de la collection actuelle (faïences amandinoises du XVIIIe siècle). Le recrutement d'un conservateur en 1979 permet l'enrichissement des collections par des achats et des dons.
Collection highlights
Art religieux du XVIe au XVIIIe siècle (évocation des fastes de l'abbaye disparue). Faïence amandinoise XVIIIe-XXe siècles : manufactures Dorez, Desmoutiers, Fauquez. Céramique contemporaine (contrepoint à la section Faïence préindustrielle de Saint-Amand).
Art campanaire et carillon (tradition locale et régionale).
The building
Tour abbatiale du XVIIe siècle, de l'ancienne abbaye de Saint-Amand d'Elnon.
Notable figures associated with the museum
Raymond Lebacqz.
Domains and collections
Collection themes
Art moderne et contemporain (Céramique);Art religieux (Peintures et sculptures XVIe-XVIIIe siècle);Arts décoratifs : Céramique;Beaux-Arts : Peinture, Sculpture;Musique : Instruments (Carillon)
Collection works
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céramique, arts décoratifs
67è congrès national de la patisserie
céramique, arts décoratifs
A ça ira
céramique, arts décoratifs
Abbatia S. Amandi Ord : S. Bened.
estampe, beaux-arts
Abbaye de Saint-Amand et clos
dessin, beaux-arts
Abbaye de St Amand d’après le tableau du musée de…
estampe, beaux-arts
Allégorie de la Justive Abbatiale
peinture, beaux-arts
Allégorie de la Paix et du Travail
peinture, beaux-artsMuseums nearby
Museum presentation
musée de la Tour abbatiale is a museum bearing the « Musée de France » label, located in Saint-Amand-les-Eaux, in the Nord department, Hauts-de-France 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
The collections of musée de la Tour abbatiale cover the following fields: Arts décoratifs, Beaux-arts, Histoire. 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 Tour abbatiale is located at grand-place, 59230 Saint-Amand-les-Eaux. 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 Tour abbatiale is part of the cultural landscape of Saint-Amand-les-Eaux and, more broadly, of the Nord department. The city is home to other cultural and heritage institutions that complement the museum's offerings.
A visit to Saint-Amand-les-Eaux 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 Tour abbatiale 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 de la Tour abbatiale is located in Saint-Amand-les-Eaux, in the Nord department. Check the museum's record for the full address and contact details.
musée de la Tour abbatiale'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 Tour abbatiale 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 Tour abbatiale'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-Amand-les-Eaux 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.