Musée municipal
Situé à Civray, le musée municipal fait partie du réseau des musées de France dans le Vienne. Le musée a une histoire propre : Les collections sont pour la plupart le résultat des fouilles effectuées dans les grottes du Chaffaud (Savigné), au cours du XIXe siècle.
La partie gallo-romaine provient des fouilles de la villa du Rocheras à Voulême. Le musée présente plusieurs atouts : Intéressante collection archéologique locale magdalénienne.
Il suscite l'intérêt par : Maison du XVIIIe siècle avec des combles à charpente de chêne en forme de carène de vaisseau renversée. Les collections permanentes relèvent de : Archéologie, Ethnologie. Le musée se trouve au 2 place Leclerc à Civray. Code postal : 86400.
Le musée dispose d'un site internet : www.civraisiencharlois.com/Musee-archeologique-de-Civray. Contact téléphonique : 05 49 87 00 49.
History
Les collections sont pour la plupart le résultat des fouilles effectuées dans les grottes du Chaffaud (Savigné), au cours du XIXe siècle. La partie gallo-romaine provient des fouilles de la villa du Rocheras à Voulême.
Collection highlights
Intéressante collection archéologique locale magdalénienne.
The building
Maison du XVIIIe siècle avec des combles à charpente de chêne en forme de carène de vaisseau renversée.
Domains and collections
Collection themes
Archéologie nationale : Préhistoire, Gallo-romain
Collection works
.. si petite et si fragile, si blanche et lumineuse .. ; La…
photographie, ethnologie
... le Festival de l'Anche fait vibrer aujourd'hui ... ; La…
photographie, ethnologie
...il y a plus de deux mille ans une vie intense ... ; La…
photographie, ethnologie
'Aprés la Guerre' - Chérubins, vite en voyage. C'est le…
photographie, ethnologieMuseum presentation
Located in Civray (Vienne), musée municipal 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
The collections of musée municipal cover the following fields: Archéologie, Ethnologie. These holdings, built up over decades, reflect the richness of the local heritage and offer a varied overview of artistic and scientific expressions.
The museum pursues a policy of enriching its collections through acquisitions, donations, and deposits.
Practical information
musée municipal is located at 2 place Leclerc, 86400 Civray. 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 municipal is part of the cultural landscape of Civray and, more broadly, of the Vienne department. The city is home to other cultural and heritage institutions that complement the museum's offerings.
A visit to Civray 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 municipal 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.
See also
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know
musée municipal is located in Civray, in the Vienne department. Check the museum's record for the full address and contact details.
musée municipal'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 municipal bears the « Musée de France » label awarded by the Culture Ministry, which guarantees the quality and accessibility of its collections.
Part of musée municipal'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 Civray 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.