Musée Louis Jourdan
Installé à Saint-Paul-de-Varax (Ain), le musée Louis Jourdan a reçu l'appellation « Musée de France ». Historiquement, Créé en 1960 pour accueillir la quarantaine de tableaux de Louis Jourdan légués à la commune par sa veuve, le musée ouvre en 1962.
Après avoir occupé l'ancienne cure que le peintre avait louée de 1932 à 1945 pour en faire son atelier d'été, il est situé dans le lieu actuel depuis 2008.
La collection comporte environ cinquante dessins et peintures, des objets personnels de l'artiste et quelques œuvres de ses amis peintres. Ses fonds sont consacrés à : Beaux-Arts. On trouve le musée au place Louis Jourdan à Saint-Paul-de-Varax. Renseignements par téléphone au 04 74 50 50 13.
Site officiel : www.mairie-saintpauldevarax.fr/fr/information/35728/musee-louis-jourdan.
History
Créé en 1960 pour accueillir la quarantaine de tableaux de Louis Jourdan légués à la commune par sa veuve, le musée ouvre en 1962. Après avoir occupé l'ancienne cure que le peintre avait louée de 1932 à 1945 pour en faire son atelier d'été, il est situé dans le lieu actuel depuis 2008.
La collection comporte environ cinquante dessins et peintures, des objets personnels de l'artiste et quelques œuvres de ses amis peintres.
Domains and collections
Collection themes
Beaux-Arts : Peinture, Dessin
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Museum presentation
musée Louis Jourdan is a museum bearing the « Musée de France » label, located in Saint-Paul-de-Varax, in the Ain department, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region.
This cultural institution preserves and showcases collections that contribute to the dissemination of the territory's artistic and historical heritage. Open to the public, it welcomes visitors each year to its permanent and temporary exhibitions.
Collections and fields
musée Louis Jourdan preserves collections spanning several fields: Beaux-Arts. 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 Louis Jourdan is located at place Louis Jourdan, 01240 Saint-Paul-de-Varax. 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 Louis Jourdan contributes to the cultural influence of Saint-Paul-de-Varax and the Ain 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 Louis Jourdan 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 Louis Jourdan is located in Saint-Paul-de-Varax, in the Ain department. Check the museum's record for the full address and contact details.
musée Louis Jourdan'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 Louis Jourdan bears the « Musée de France » label awarded by the Culture Ministry, which guarantees the quality and accessibility of its collections.
Part of musée Louis Jourdan'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 Saint-Paul-de-Varax 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.