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Musée du savignéen

Museum of France musée en milieu rural Founded in 1974
19°CPartly cloudy in Savigné-sur-Lathan

Le musée du savignéen, musée labellisé à Savigné-sur-Lathan, est ouvert au public en Centre-Val de Loire. En ce qui concerne l'histoire du lieu, Musée créé en 1974 dont les collections se sont constituées au début par des dons et quelques achats.

En 2006 l'achat de la collection Hartmann (10.000 échantillons), puis en 2012 celle de la collection Quétin (3.500 échantillons) et en 2016 de la collection Marchand (3.000 échantillons) ont permis d'améliorer la présentation paléontologique et d'avoir des réserves.

Le musée présente plusieurs atouts : Importante collection de fossiles datés de 15 millions d'années environ. Collection sur l'histoire des métiers à Savigné. Reconstitutions d'intérieurs tourangeaux anciens. Le musée présente des collections dans : Ethnologie, Sciences de la nature.

L'adresse du musée est : 10 rue du faubourg de la Rue, Savigné-sur-Lathan. Code postal : 37340. Ce musée date de 1974. Renseignements par téléphone au 02 47 24 95 14. Site officiel : museedusavigneen.fr/.

History

Musée créé en 1974 dont les collections se sont constituées au début par des dons et quelques achats.

En 2006 l'achat de la collection Hartmann (10.000 échantillons), puis en 2012 celle de la collection Quétin (3.500 échantillons) et en 2016 de la collection Marchand (3.000 échantillons) ont permis d'améliorer la présentation paléontologique et d'avoir des réserves.

Collection highlights

Importante collection de fossiles datés de 15 millions d'années environ. Collection sur l'histoire des métiers à Savigné. Reconstitutions d'intérieurs tourangeaux anciens.

Domains and collections

Collection themes

ETHNOLOGIE;Habitat,Métier et outils

Museum presentation

Located in Savigné-sur-Lathan (Indre-et-Loire), musée du savignéen 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 du savignéen cover the following fields: Ethnologie, Sciences de la nature. 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 du savignéen is located at 10 rue du faubourg de la Rue, 37340 Savigné-sur-Lathan. 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 du savignéen is part of the cultural landscape of Savigné-sur-Lathan and, more broadly, of the Indre-et-Loire department. The city is home to other cultural and heritage institutions that complement the museum's offerings.

A visit to Savigné-sur-Lathan 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 du savignéen 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 du savignéen is located in Savigné-sur-Lathan, in the Indre-et-Loire department. Check the museum's record for the full address and contact details.

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

Part of musée du savignéen'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 Savigné-sur-Lathan 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.