À Cahors (Lot), le musée Henri Martin accueille les visiteurs en tant que musée labellisé « Musée de France ». Concernant son passé, Créé en 1833, le musée de Cahors conserve près de 11.000 œuvres et documents qui, pour la plupart, n'ont pas été montrés au public depuis de nombreuses années.
Ces importantes collections sont actuellement en cours d'étude et de restauration.
Le parcours muséographique du futur musée fera une large place aux collections de beaux-arts, à l'archéologie gallo-romaine et médiévale et à l'histoire des idées (Gambetta, Mouvement des Citoyens du monde). Le musée présente plusieurs atouts : Fonds Henri Martin.
Peintures modernes et XIXe siècle. Collections préhistorique. Collections importantes de mobilier archéologique gallo-romain et roman. Fonds Gambetta (objets personnels, estampes, peintures et sculptures). Collection océanienne avec l'exceptionnelle divinité des îles Gambier Rongo.
La figure de Clément Marot, Fénelon, Champollion, Gambetta, André Breton. y occupe une place centrale. Les domaines couverts par les collections incluent : Archéologie, Art moderne et contemporain, Beaux-arts, Histoire, Ethnologie, Afrique, Océanie. Pour s'y rendre : 792 rue Émile Zola, Cahors.
Pour toute information, appeler le 05 65 20 88 66. Le site internet du musée : www.museehenrimartin.fr.
History
Créé en 1833, le musée de Cahors conserve près de 11.000 œuvres et documents qui, pour la plupart, n'ont pas été montrés au public depuis de nombreuses années. Ces importantes collections sont actuellement en cours d'étude et de restauration.
Le parcours muséographique du futur musée fera une large place aux collections de beaux-arts, à l'archéologie gallo-romaine et médiévale et à l'histoire des idées (Gambetta, Mouvement des Citoyens du monde).
Collection highlights
Fonds Henri Martin. Peintures modernes et XIXe siècle. Collections préhistorique. Collections importantes de mobilier archéologique gallo-romain et roman. Fonds Gambetta (objets personnels, estampes, peintures et sculptures).
Collection océanienne avec l'exceptionnelle divinité des îles Gambier Rongo.
Notable figures associated with the museum
Clément Marot, Fénelon, Champollion, Gambetta, André Breton.
Domains and collections
Collection themes
Antiquités étrangères : Grecques et romaines, Egyptiennes;Archéologie nationale : Préhistoire, Gallo-romain;Art moderne et contemporain;Art religieux;Arts décoratifs : Céramique;Beaux-Arts : Dessin, Estampe et Affiche, Peinture, Sculpture;Civilisations extra-européennes : Océaniennes;Collections militaires : Armes, Uniformes, Armures;Autres collections : Numismatique, Sigillographie;Histoire : Période historique
Collection works
Femme avec homme en rouge
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Femme en vert à l'enfant
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Nu féminin
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Paysage de Montserrat
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Sculpture anthropomorphe
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Museum presentation
Located in Cahors (Lot), musée Henri Martin 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 Henri Martin preserves collections spanning several fields: Archéologie, Art moderne et contemporain, Beaux-arts, Histoire, Ethnologie, Afrique, Océanie.
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 Henri Martin is located at 792 rue Émile Zola, 46000 Cahors. 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 Henri Martin is part of the cultural landscape of Cahors and, more broadly, of the Lot department. The city is home to other cultural and heritage institutions that complement the museum's offerings.
A visit to Cahors 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 Henri Martin 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know
musée Henri Martin is located in Cahors, in the Lot department. Check the museum's record for the full address and contact details.
musée Henri Martin'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 Henri Martin bears the « Musée de France » label awarded by the Culture Ministry, which guarantees the quality and accessibility of its collections.
Part of musée Henri Martin'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 Cahors 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.