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Muséum d'histoire naturelle

Museum of France
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À Béziers, le muséum d'histoire naturelle est un musée labellisé « Musée de France » dans le Hérault.

Il dispose de plusieurs atouts : Ornithologie, botanique, minéralogie, fossiles, insectes ; Le musée présente aussi le biotope du Biterrois, une riche collection exotique, et des aquariums d’eau douce et d’eau de mer, où vivent des espèces aquatiques régionales.

Son intérêt : Le musée est installé dans une ancienne caserne construite en 1702 par d'Aviler, Architecte du Roy.

Il se trouve au coeur d’un des plus anciens quartiers figurant dans le patrimoine de la ville : le quartier Saint-Jacques, qui doit son nom à l’église - qui jouxte la caserne -, datant des XIe et XIIe siècles. Le musée rassemble des oeuvres et objets dans les domaines : Sciences de la nature.

L'établissement est accessible au rampe du 96e, Béziers. Le musée dispose d'un site internet : www.ville-beziers.fr/culture. Contact téléphonique : 04 67 36 71 01.

Collection highlights

Ornithologie, botanique, minéralogie, fossiles, insectes ; Le musée présente aussi le biotope du Biterrois, une riche collection exotique, et des aquariums d’eau douce et d’eau de mer, où vivent des espèces aquatiques régionales

The building

Le musée est installé dans une ancienne caserne construite en 1702 par d'Aviler, Architecte du Roy.

Il se trouve au coeur d’un des plus anciens quartiers figurant dans le patrimoine de la ville : le quartier Saint-Jacques, qui doit son nom à l’église - qui jouxte la caserne -, datant des XIe et XIIe siècles.

Domains and collections

Collection themes

Sciences de la nature : Ichtyologie, Ornithologique, Botanique, Minéralogique, Paléontologie, Entomologie

Collection works

Museum presentation

Located in Béziers (Hérault), muséum d'histoire naturelle 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 muséum d'histoire naturelle cover the following fields: 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

muséum d'histoire naturelle is located at rampe du 96e, 34500 Béziers. 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 muséum d'histoire naturelle contributes to the cultural influence of Béziers and the Hérault 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. muséum d'histoire naturelle 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

muséum d'histoire naturelle is located in Béziers, in the Hérault department. Check the museum's record for the full address and contact details.

muséum d'histoire naturelle'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, muséum d'histoire naturelle bears the « Musée de France » label awarded by the Culture Ministry, which guarantees the quality and accessibility of its collections.

Part of muséum d'histoire naturelle'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 Béziers 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.