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Musée municipal

Museum of France
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Musée de France implanté à Montval-sur-Loir, le musée municipal conserve et présente des collections dans le département Sarthe.

Concernant son passé, La collection de la municipalité de Château-du-Loir, commune déléguée de Montval-sur-Loir, relève des domaines suivants : beaux-arts (peintures, dessins, aquarelles, sculptures), archéologie, ethnographie, histoire (objets historiques, arts et traditions populaires) et histoire naturelle (naturalia, herbiers et minéraux).

Cette collection constituée en grande majorité au cours du XIXe siècle par des achats, dépôts d’Etat, legs et donations de particuliers et d’artistes locaux, ayant appartenu à l’ancien musée municipal Heurteloup-Chevallier. Ce musée, créé en 1901 grâce au legs de M.

Heurteloup-Chevallier en 1889 d’un immeuble et d’une somme d’argent pour aider à la fondation d’un musée-bibliothèque, était géré par M. Rousseau, conservateur bénévole. Le musée a été fermé en 1968.

Les collections de l'établissement portent sur : Archéologie, Art moderne et contemporain, Beaux-arts, Ethnologie, Histoire, Sciences de la nature. Le musée municipal est situé au mairie, Montval-sur-Loir. Téléphone : 02 43 38 18 00.

History

La collection de la municipalité de Château-du-Loir, commune déléguée de Montval-sur-Loir, relève des domaines suivants : beaux-arts (peintures, dessins, aquarelles, sculptures), archéologie, ethnographie, histoire (objets historiques, arts et traditions populaires) et histoire naturelle (naturalia, herbiers et minéraux).

Cette collection constituée en grande majorité au cours du XIXe siècle par des achats, dépôts d’Etat, legs et donations de particuliers et d’artistes locaux, ayant appartenu à l’ancien musée municipal Heurteloup-Chevallier. Ce musée, créé en 1901 grâce au legs de M.

Heurteloup-Chevallier en 1889 d’un immeuble et d’une somme d’argent pour aider à la fondation d’un musée-bibliothèque, était géré par M. Rousseau, conservateur bénévole. Le musée a été fermé en 1968.

Domains and collections

Collection works

Museum presentation

musée municipal is a museum bearing the « Musée de France » label, located in Montval-sur-Loir, in the Sarthe department, Pays-de-la-Loire 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

The collections of musée municipal cover the following fields: Archéologie, Art moderne et contemporain, Beaux-arts, Ethnologie, Histoire, Sciences de la nature.

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 mairie, 72500 Montval-sur-Loir. 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 Montval-sur-Loir and the Sarthe 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know

musée municipal is located in Montval-sur-Loir, in the Sarthe 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 Montval-sur-Loir 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.