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Musée du terroir

Museum of France
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Musée labellisé « Musée de France » à Loches (Centre-Val de Loire), le musée du terroir est un établissement public de conservation.

Concernant son passé, Cette collection comprend de nombreux objets du quotidien, mobilier, outils, vêtements, mettant en évidence les coutumes et pratiques locales, ainsi que le désirait Jacques-Marie Rougé, fondateur de cette collection au début du XXe siècle.

Elle est également composée d’objets archéologiques et d’armes anciennes. Consultez le site du musée : www.ville-loches.fr/conservation-des-collections-de-la-ville-article-3-11-90.html.

History

Cette collection comprend de nombreux objets du quotidien, mobilier, outils, vêtements, mettant en évidence les coutumes et pratiques locales, ainsi que le désirait Jacques-Marie Rougé, fondateur de cette collection au début du XXe siècle.

Elle est également composée d’objets archéologiques et d’armes anciennes.

Museum presentation

Situated in Loches, in the heart of the Indre-et-Loire department, musée du terroir 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.

Practical information

musée du terroir is located, 37600 Loches. 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 terroir contributes to the cultural influence of Loches and the Indre-et-Loire 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 terroir 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 terroir is located in Loches, in the Indre-et-Loire department. Check the museum's record for the full address and contact details.

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

Part of musée du terroir'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 Loches 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.