Musée de Provins et du provinois
À Provins (Seine-et-Marne), le musée de Provins et du provinois accueille les visiteurs en tant que musée labellisé « Musée de France ».
Son histoire : 1873 : réunion des collections municipales anciennes du musée-bibliothèque et collections anciennes de la Société d'histoire et d'archéologie de l'arrondissement de Provins Dons en majeure partie, quelques achats de la ville au XIXe siècle.
Dépôts des Monuments historiques. Biens saisis à la Révolution et à la séparation de l’Église et de l’État. Récupération lors de travaux ou de fouilles (éléments sculptés). Il se distingue par : Art sacré. Bâtons de confrérie. Céramiques médiévales, (en particulier en carreaux de pavement).
Clés médiévales. Collection maçonnique. Bouches à eau (provenant d'une fontaine du XIIe siècle). Son intérêt principal : Maison romane, qui est l'un des bâtiments civils les plus anciens de Provins (XIIe siècle).
Les collections permanentes relèvent de : Archéologie, Arts décoratifs, Histoire. L'adresse exacte est : 7 rue du palais, Provins. (77160). L'institution a vu le jour en 1873. Le musée est joignable au 01 64 01 40 19.
Site web : www.provins.net/decouvrir-visiter/samuser-au-musee/le-musee-de-provins-et-du-provinois/.
History
1873 : réunion des collections municipales anciennes du musée-bibliothèque et collections anciennes de la Société d'histoire et d'archéologie de l'arrondissement de Provins Dons en majeure partie, quelques achats de la ville au XIXe siècle. Dépôts des Monuments historiques.
Biens saisis à la Révolution et à la séparation de l’Église et de l’État. Récupération lors de travaux ou de fouilles (éléments sculptés).
Collection highlights
Art sacré. Bâtons de confrérie. Céramiques médiévales, (en particulier en carreaux de pavement). Clés médiévales. Collection maçonnique. Bouches à eau (provenant d'une fontaine du XIIe siècle).
The building
Maison romane, qui est l'un des bâtiments civils les plus anciens de Provins (XIIe siècle).
Domains and collections
Collection themes
Archéologie nationale : Préhistoire, Protohistoire, Gallo-romain, Médiéval;Art religieux (Statues, tableaux, vaisselle liturgique);Arts décoratifs : Céramique, Mobilier, Orfèvrerie, Textiles;Beaux-Arts : Dessin, Peinture, Sculpture;Collections militaires : Armes (médiévales);Fonds ancien d imprimés, Numismatique, Sigillographie;Ethnologie : Pratiques religieuses et collectives;Histoire : Histoire locale et régionale
Museums nearby
Museum presentation
Located in Provins (Seine-et-Marne), musée de Provins et du provinois 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 Provins et du provinois cover the following fields: Archéologie, Arts décoratifs, 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 Provins et du provinois is located at 7 rue du palais, 77160 Provins. 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 Provins et du provinois is part of the cultural landscape of Provins and, more broadly, of the Seine-et-Marne department. The city is home to other cultural and heritage institutions that complement the museum's offerings.
A visit to Provins 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 Provins et du provinois 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 Provins et du provinois is located in Provins, in the Seine-et-Marne department. Check the museum's record for the full address and contact details.
musée de Provins et du provinois'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 Provins et du provinois bears the « Musée de France » label awarded by the Culture Ministry, which guarantees the quality and accessibility of its collections.
Part of musée de Provins et du provinois'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 Provins 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.