Musée municipal
Situé à Forcalquier, le musée municipal fait partie du réseau des musées de France dans le Alpes-de-Haute-Provence.
Le parcours historique de ce musée est le suivant : Le musée est créé en 1912 dans l’ancien couvent des Récollets, à l’initiative de l’instituteur Eugène Derbez et du maire historien Martial Sicard. Les collections muséales sont essentiellement constituées de dons.
Les bénévoles de l’association Patrimoine du Pays de Forcalquier assument l’ouverture estivale et participent, en lien avec le service culture, aux expositions temporaires.
Il se distingue par : Témoin majeur de la vie locale et régionale, le musée conserve des collections originales d’art contemporain. Le musée est accessible aux personnes à mobilité réduite. Son intérêt principal : Ancien couvent des Visitandines, qui abrite également la mairie.
Le musée présente des collections dans : Archéologie, Beaux-arts, Ethnologie. L'établissement est accessible au 1 place du Bourguet, Forcalquier. Consultez le site du musée : www.ville-forcalquier.fr/oidit_T003_52r485s49ng2.html. Par téléphone : 4 92 70 91 19.
History
Le musée est créé en 1912 dans l’ancien couvent des Récollets, à l’initiative de l’instituteur Eugène Derbez et du maire historien Martial Sicard. Les collections muséales sont essentiellement constituées de dons.
Les bénévoles de l’association Patrimoine du Pays de Forcalquier assument l’ouverture estivale et participent, en lien avec le service culture, aux expositions temporaires.
Collection highlights
Témoin majeur de la vie locale et régionale, le musée conserve des collections originales d’art contemporain. Le musée est accessible aux personnes à mobilité réduite.
The building
Ancien couvent des Visitandines, qui abrite également la mairie.
Domains and collections
Collection themes
Beaux-arts;Archéologie;Civilisations extra-européennes;Ethnologie : mobilier, monnaies;Histoire;Sciences naturelles;Art contemporain
Collection works
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...il y a plus de deux mille ans une vie intense ... ; La…
photographie, ethnologie
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Museum presentation
musée municipal is a museum bearing the « Musée de France » label, located in Forcalquier, in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence department, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur 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 municipal preserves collections spanning several fields: Archéologie, Beaux-arts, Ethnologie. 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 municipal is located at 1 place du Bourguet, 04301 Forcalquier. 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 contributes to the cultural influence of Forcalquier and the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence 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 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 Forcalquier, in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence 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 Forcalquier 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.