Musée du Sel
Établissement culturel labellisé « Musée de France », le musée du Sel est implanté à Marsal dans le Moselle. Son histoire : Crée en 1973, le musée départemental du Sel est propriété du Conseil départemental de la Moselle depuis 2004.
Après un an de travaux, le musée propose une nouvelle muséographie depuis fin 2019. Les atouts de ce musée sont : Le village de Marsal doit son nom à ses nombreuses sources salées qui sont à l'origine d'une végétation typique dont la salicorne ou « passe-pierre ».
Dès le XIIIe siècle Marsal est une véritable ville fortifiée qui a éveillé les convoitises des ducs de Lorraine, des évêques de Metz, et des rois de France. L'intérêt du lieu : Porte de France conçue par Vauban. Le musée rassemble des oeuvres et objets dans les domaines : Archéologie.
L'adresse exacte est : porte de France, Marsal. (57630). Ce musée date de 1973. Le musée dispose d'un site internet : www.mosellepassion.fr/index.php/les-sites-moselle-passion/musee-du-sel. Contact téléphonique : 03 87 35 01 50.
History
Crée en 1973, le musée départemental du Sel est propriété du Conseil départemental de la Moselle depuis 2004. Après un an de travaux, le musée propose une nouvelle muséographie depuis fin 2019.
Collection highlights
Le village de Marsal doit son nom à ses nombreuses sources salées qui sont à l'origine d'une végétation typique dont la salicorne ou « passe-pierre ».
Dès le XIIIe siècle Marsal est une véritable ville fortifiée qui a éveillé les convoitises des ducs de Lorraine, des évêques de Metz, et des rois de France.
The building
Porte de France conçue par Vauban.
Domains and collections
Collection themes
Archéologie nationale : Protohistoire, Gallo-romain;Arts décoratifs;Beaux-Arts : Estampe et Affiche;Ethnologie : Métiers et Outils;Histoire : Musée thématique, Histoire militaire;Sciences fondamentales : Chimie;Sciences de la nature : Minéralogie
Museum presentation
Situated in Marsal, in the heart of the Moselle department, musée du Sel 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 du Sel 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 du Sel is located at porte de France, 57630 Marsal. 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 du Sel contributes to the cultural influence of Marsal and the Moselle 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 du Sel 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 du Sel is located in Marsal, in the Moselle department. Check the museum's record for the full address and contact details.
musée du Sel'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 Sel bears the « Musée de France » label awarded by the Culture Ministry, which guarantees the quality and accessibility of its collections.
Part of musée du Sel'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 Marsal 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.