Musée des pénitents blancs
Le musée des pénitents blancs est un musée labellisé « Musée de France » situé à Marsac-en-Livradois, dans le département Puy-de-Dôme, en Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes.
Parmi les points forts du musée : Le musée comprend des reconsititutions avec des personnages grandeur nature d'une assemblée de pénitents "flagellants", une importante collection de "mystères" objets populaires en bois peints représentant les instruments de la Passion, des pièces liturgiques et des ornements sacerdotaux (XVIIIe - XIXe siècles), ainsi que des peintures et sculptures naïves, des bâtons processionnel et des lanternes peintes.
L'intérêt du musée réside dans : Chapelle (XIIe - XVe siècles) désaffectée de la confrérie des pénitents blancs du Livradois. Les collections du musée couvrent les domaines suivants : Arts décoratifs. On trouve le musée au place de l'église à Marsac-en-Livradois.
Téléphone du musée : 04 73 95 60 08. Plus d'informations sur www.vacances-livradois-forez.com/patrimoine-culturel/chapelle-musee-des-penitents-blancs-marsac-en-livradois/.
Collection highlights
Le musée comprend des reconsititutions avec des personnages grandeur nature d'une assemblée de pénitents "flagellants", une importante collection de "mystères" objets populaires en bois peints représentant les instruments de la Passion, des pièces liturgiques et des ornements sacerdotaux (XVIIIe - XIXe siècles), ainsi que des peintures et sculptures naïves, des bâtons processionnel et des lanternes peintes.
The building
Chapelle (XIIe - XVe siècles) désaffectée de la confrérie des pénitents blancs du Livradois.
Domains and collections
Collection themes
ARTS DECORATIFS;Textiles. ART RELIGIEUX;BEAUX-ARTS;Peinture, Sculpture.
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Museum presentation
musée des pénitents blancs is a museum bearing the « Musée de France » label, located in Marsac-en-Livradois, in the Puy-de-Dôme 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 des pénitents blancs preserves collections spanning several fields: Arts décoratifs. 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 des pénitents blancs is located at place de l'église, 63940 Marsac-en-Livradois. 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 des pénitents blancs contributes to the cultural influence of Marsac-en-Livradois and the Puy-de-Dôme 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 des pénitents blancs 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 des pénitents blancs is located in Marsac-en-Livradois, in the Puy-de-Dôme department. Check the museum's record for the full address and contact details.
musée des pénitents blancs'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 des pénitents blancs bears the « Musée de France » label awarded by the Culture Ministry, which guarantees the quality and accessibility of its collections.
Part of musée des pénitents blancs'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 Marsac-en-Livradois 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.