Muséum des volcans
Le muséum des volcans se trouve à Aurillac en Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes et bénéficie du label « Musée de France ».
Le parcours historique de ce musée est le suivant : Le musée comprend 600 m² d'expositions permanentes et des réserves renfermant près de 30.000 pièces de collections Le musée présente plusieurs atouts : Installé dans une aile du château Saint-Etienne, le musée propose un parcours en 4 salles thématiques : - « Une planète agitée, la Terre » ; - « Le Cantal, une terre qui change » ; - « Des volcans et des hommes » ; - « Cantal, un volcan aménagé ».
Il suscite l'intérêt par : Le muséum des volcans est abrité dans l'une des ailes du château médiéval Saint-Etienne, dont le donjon est classé Monument historique. Ses fonds sont consacrés à : Sciences de la nature. L'adresse du musée est : château Saint-Étienne, Aurillac.
Code postal : 15000. Le musée dispose d'un site internet : musees.aurillac.fr/. Contact téléphonique : 04 71 48 07 00.
History
Le musée comprend 600 m² d'expositions permanentes et des réserves renfermant près de 30.000 pièces de collections
Collection highlights
Installé dans une aile du château Saint-Etienne, le musée propose un parcours en 4 salles thématiques : - « Une planète agitée, la Terre » ; - « Le Cantal, une terre qui change » ; - « Des volcans et des hommes » ; - « Cantal, un volcan aménagé ».
The building
Le muséum des volcans est abrité dans l'une des ailes du château médiéval Saint-Etienne, dont le donjon est classé Monument historique.
Domains and collections
Collection themes
Sciences de la nature : Botanique, Géologie
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Museum presentation
muséum des volcans is a museum bearing the « Musée de France » label, located in Aurillac, in the Cantal department, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 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
muséum des volcans preserves collections spanning several fields: Sciences de la nature. 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
muséum des volcans is located at château Saint-Étienne, 15000 Aurillac. 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
muséum des volcans is part of the cultural landscape of Aurillac and, more broadly, of the Cantal department. The city is home to other cultural and heritage institutions that complement the museum's offerings.
A visit to Aurillac 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. muséum des volcans 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
muséum des volcans is located in Aurillac, in the Cantal department. Check the museum's record for the full address and contact details.
muséum des volcans'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 des volcans bears the « Musée de France » label awarded by the Culture Ministry, which guarantees the quality and accessibility of its collections.
Part of muséum des volcans'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 Aurillac 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.