Musée de paléontologie
Le musée de paléontologie est un établissement muséal labellisé, installé à Chilhac (Haute-Loire).
Pour ce qui est de l'histoire de l'établissement, Le Musée Christian Guth abrite les restes fossiles de la faune ayant vécu à Chilhac il y près de 2 millions d'années, provenant des fouilles du site de Chilhac depuis 1966.
Son intérêt réside dans : Ancien presbytère, sur la place de l'église, dominant l'Allier du haut de sa falaise présentant de magnifiques orgues basaltiques.
Ses points forts : Mastodonte, éléphant, rhinocéros, chevaux, cerfs, gazelle, hyène, ours, tigre, castor, porc-épic, ainsi que des restes d' oiseaux de la grande famille des Ansériformes (oies et canards). Découverte également exceptionnelle d' empreintes de végétaux.
Du mastodonte - Anancus arvernensis chihiacensis - le premier crâne, connu en Europe, de cette espèce. Du cerf - Cervus philisi-, un squelette entier découvert avec tous ses os en connexion anatomique. Outillage lithique témoin de l'existence d'un hominidé il y a 1.900.000 ans.
Les domaines couverts par les collections incluent : Sciences de la nature. On trouve le musée au place de l'église à Chilhac. Consultez le site du musée : www.museechilhac.com. Par téléphone : 04 71 77 47 26.
History
Le Musée Christian Guth abrite les restes fossiles de la faune ayant vécu à Chilhac il y près de 2 millions d'années, provenant des fouilles du site de Chilhac depuis 1966.
Collection highlights
Mastodonte, éléphant, rhinocéros, chevaux, cerfs, gazelle, hyène, ours, tigre, castor, porc-épic, ainsi que des restes d' oiseaux de la grande famille des Ansériformes (oies et canards). Découverte également exceptionnelle d' empreintes de végétaux.
Du mastodonte - Anancus arvernensis chihiacensis - le premier crâne, connu en Europe, de cette espèce. Du cerf - Cervus philisi-, un squelette entier découvert avec tous ses os en connexion anatomique. Outillage lithique témoin de l'existence d'un hominidé il y a 1.900.000 ans
The building
Ancien presbytère, sur la place de l'église, dominant l'Allier du haut de sa falaise présentant de magnifiques orgues basaltiques.
Domains and collections
Collection themes
Sciences de la nature : Paléontologie
Museums nearby
Museum presentation
musée de paléontologie is a museum bearing the « Musée de France » label, located in Chilhac, in the Haute-Loire department, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 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 de paléontologie preserves collections spanning several fields: 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 paléontologie is located at place de l'église, 43380 Chilhac. 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 paléontologie is part of the cultural landscape of Chilhac and, more broadly, of the Haute-Loire department. The city is home to other cultural and heritage institutions that complement the museum's offerings.
A visit to Chilhac 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 paléontologie 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 paléontologie is located in Chilhac, in the Haute-Loire department. Check the museum's record for the full address and contact details.
musée de paléontologie'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 paléontologie bears the « Musée de France » label awarded by the Culture Ministry, which guarantees the quality and accessibility of its collections.
Part of musée de paléontologie'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 Chilhac 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.