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Musée de Préhistoire

Museum of France musée de site ; musée en milieu rural
☁️18°C曇り時々晴れ in Tautavel

Installé à Tautavel (Pyrénées-Orientales), le musée de Préhistoire a reçu l'appellation « Musée de France ». En ce qui concerne l'histoire du lieu, Collections issues de fouilles réalisées depuis 1964. En particulier collection de la Caune de l'Arago, grotte des hommes de Tautavel.

Les atouts de ce musée sont : Histoire de l'homme en Europe depuis son apparition jusqu'à l'aube de l'Antiquité grecque. Reconstitutions, audiovisuels et bornes interactives. Il est lié à la figure de L'Homme de Tautavel.

Les collections permanentes relèvent de : Archéologie. Adresse : avenue Léon-Jean Grégory, Tautavel. Pour toute information, appeler le 04 68 29 07 76. Le site internet du musée : 450000ans.com/.

History

Collections issues de fouilles réalisées depuis 1964. En particulier collection de la Caune de l'Arago, grotte des hommes de Tautavel.

Collection highlights

Histoire de l'homme en Europe depuis son apparition jusqu'à l'aube de l'Antiquité grecque. Reconstitutions, audiovisuels et bornes interactives.

Notable figures associated with the museum

L'Homme de Tautavel

Domains and collections

Collection themes

Archéologie nationale : Préhistoire, Protohistoire;Sciences de la nature : Géologie, Minéralogie, Paléontologie

Museum presentation

Situated in Tautavel, in the heart of the Pyrénées-Orientales department, musée de Préhistoire 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 de Préhistoire cover the following fields: Archéologie. 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 Préhistoire is located at avenue Léon-Jean Grégory, 66720 Tautavel. 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

The presence of musée de Préhistoire contributes to the cultural influence of Tautavel and the Pyrénées-Orientales department.

The museum maintains ties with other cultural institutions in the territory and participates in national events such as the Nuit des musées and the Journées européennes du patrimoine.

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 Préhistoire 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 Préhistoire is located in Tautavel, in the Pyrénées-Orientales department. Check the museum's record for the full address and contact details.

musée de Préhistoire'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 Préhistoire bears the « Musée de France » label awarded by the Culture Ministry, which guarantees the quality and accessibility of its collections.

Part of musée de Préhistoire'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 Tautavel 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.