Musée municipal de Gajac
À Villeneuve-sur-Lot (Lot-et-Garonne), le musée municipal de Gajac accueille les visiteurs en tant que musée labellisé « Musée de France ».
Quelques éléments historiques : Les collections ont été transférées en 1947 dans la villa de l'architecte Gaston Rapin, léguée par sa femme pour y installer le musée. En 1996 ces collections ont intégrées le moulin de Gajac, appelé à devenir le futur musée municipal de Villeneuve-sur-Lot.
Ce musée a ouvert ses portes en 2001 et présente depuis une partie des collections de la Ville, ainsi que des expositions temporaires. Parmi ses atouts : Collections d'estampes. Beaux-arts XIXe siècle. Art religieux. Musée climatisé accessible aux personnes à mobilité réduite.
Le musée rassemble des oeuvres et objets dans les domaines : Art moderne et contemporain, Beaux-arts. Pour s'y rendre : 2 rue des jardins, Villeneuve-sur-Lot. Contact : 05 53 40 48 00. Informations en ligne : www.ville-villeneuve-sur-lot.fr/le-musee-de-gajac-78.html.
History
Les collections ont été transférées en 1947 dans la villa de l'architecte Gaston Rapin, léguée par sa femme pour y installer le musée. En 1996 ces collections ont intégrées le moulin de Gajac, appelé à devenir le futur musée municipal de Villeneuve-sur-Lot.
Ce musée a ouvert ses portes en 2001 et présente depuis une partie des collections de la Ville, ainsi que des expositions temporaires.
Collection highlights
Collections d'estampes. Beaux-arts XIXe siècle. Art religieux. Musée climatisé accessible aux personnes à mobilité réduite.
Domains and collections
Collection themes
Préhistoire, Gallo-romain, Médiéval;Architecture et urbanisme;Art moderne et contemporain;Art religieux;Arts décoratifs : Céramique;Beaux-Arts : Dessin, Estampe et Affiche, Sculpture;Civilisations extra-européennes : Africaines;Autres collections : Archives sonores, Photographie, Ouvrages de bibliophilie;Ethnologie : Mobilier, Métiers et Outils, Pratiques religieuses et collectives;Histoire : Histoire locale et régionale
Museums nearby
Museum presentation
Located in Villeneuve-sur-Lot (Lot-et-Garonne), musée municipal de Gajac 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 de Gajac cover the following fields: Art moderne et contemporain, Beaux-arts. 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 de Gajac is located at 2 rue des jardins, 47300 Villeneuve-sur-Lot. 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 municipal de Gajac contributes to the cultural influence of Villeneuve-sur-Lot and the Lot-et-Garonne 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 municipal de Gajac 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 municipal de Gajac is located in Villeneuve-sur-Lot, in the Lot-et-Garonne department. Check the museum's record for the full address and contact details.
musée municipal de Gajac'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 de Gajac bears the « Musée de France » label awarded by the Culture Ministry, which guarantees the quality and accessibility of its collections.
Part of musée municipal de Gajac'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 Villeneuve-sur-Lot 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.