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Musée Lapidaire

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Le musée Lapidaire, à Mozac, est un établissement culturel portant le label « Musée de France » en Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes. Concernant son passé, Créé en 1950 ce dépôt lapidaire rassemble des fragments provenant de l'église actuelle ou d'édifices antérieurs à sa construction.

Ses atouts incluent : A travers ces modillons à copeaux, chapiteaux à feuillages ou figurés et autres éléments décoratifs sculptés découverts aux abords du bâtiment et de ses dépendances, il est permis de mieux comprendre le travail des tailleurs de pierres du moyen âge et d'imaginer ce qu'était l'abbatiale à l'époque romane.

On y trouve des collections relevant de : Archéologie. On trouve le musée au place de l'abbaye à Mozac. Pour toute information, appeler le 04 73 38 18 53. Le site internet du musée : www.ville-mozac.com/La-crypte-et-le-musee-lapidaire.html.

History

Créé en 1950 ce dépôt lapidaire rassemble des fragments provenant de l'église actuelle ou d'édifices antérieurs à sa construction.

Collection highlights

A travers ces modillons à copeaux, chapiteaux à feuillages ou figurés et autres éléments décoratifs sculptés découverts aux abords du bâtiment et de ses dépendances, il est permis de mieux comprendre le travail des tailleurs de pierres du moyen âge et d'imaginer ce qu'était l'abbatiale à l'époque romane.

Protected as a Historic Monument

Domains and collections

Collection themes

Médiéval;Chapiteaux à feuillages ou figurés et autres éléments décoratifs sculptés

Museum presentation

Located in Mozac (Puy-de-Dôme), musée Lapidaire 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 Lapidaire preserves collections spanning several fields: Archéologie. 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 Lapidaire is located at place de l'abbaye, 63200 Mozac. 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 Lapidaire is part of the cultural landscape of Mozac and, more broadly, of the Puy-de-Dôme department. The city is home to other cultural and heritage institutions that complement the museum's offerings.

A visit to Mozac 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 Lapidaire 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 Lapidaire is located in Mozac, in the Puy-de-Dôme department. Check the museum's record for the full address and contact details.

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

Part of musée Lapidaire'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 Mozac 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.