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Musée du Terroir

Museum of France musée de site ; musée en milieu rural
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Installé à Romenay (Saône-et-Loire), le musée du Terroir a reçu l'appellation « Musée de France ». Le parcours historique de ce musée est le suivant : Fondé en 1924, il s'agit de l'un des plus anciens musées d'arts et de traditions populaires français ouvert au public.

Les collections ont été constituées de pièces d'archéologies locales, de collections d'ethnologie, de matériel et de techniques d'élevages.

Le musée présente plusieurs atouts : Le Musée du Terroir comprend deux salles : l’une présentant la reconstitution d’un intérieur bourgeois du XIXe siècle, l’autre consacrée à l’archéologie. Comme son nom l'indique, le Musée de la Volaille présente l’histoire de la fameuse volaille de Bresse.

Les collections de l'établissement portent sur : Archéologie, Ethnologie, Histoire, Technique et industrie. Pour s'y rendre : place de l'église, Romenay. Contact : 03 85 76 27 16. Informations en ligne : www.ecomusee-bresse71.fr/.

History

Fondé en 1924, il s'agit de l'un des plus anciens musées d'arts et de traditions populaires français ouvert au public. Les collections ont été constituées de pièces d'archéologies locales, de collections d'ethnologie, de matériel et de techniques d'élevages.

Collection highlights

Le Musée du Terroir comprend deux salles : l’une présentant la reconstitution d’un intérieur bourgeois du XIXe siècle, l’autre consacrée à l’archéologie. Comme son nom l'indique, le Musée de la Volaille présente l’histoire de la fameuse volaille de Bresse.

Domains and collections

Collection themes

Archéologie nationale : Préhistoire;Collections militaires : Armes;Ethnologie : Costume, Habitat, Mobilier, Métiers et Outils;Histoire : Histoire locale et régionale;Sciences et techniques : Agro-alimentaire

Museum presentation

Located in Romenay (Saône-et-Loire), musée du Terroir 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

musée du Terroir preserves collections spanning several fields: Archéologie, Ethnologie, Histoire, Technique et industrie. 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 du Terroir is located at place de l'église, 71470 Romenay. 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 Terroir is part of the cultural landscape of Romenay and, more broadly, of the Saône-et-Loire department. The city is home to other cultural and heritage institutions that complement the museum's offerings.

A visit to Romenay 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 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 Romenay, in the Saône-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 Romenay 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.