Muséum national d’histoire naturelle
Le Muséum national d’histoire naturelle se trouve à Paris en Ile-de-France et bénéficie du label « Musée de France ». Pour ce qui est de l'histoire de l'établissement, Fondation en 1802 de la chaire d'anatomie comparée du muséum par Georges Cuvier.
La Galerie d'anatomie comparée présente un vaste tour d'horizon du monde des vertébrés avec près d'un millier de squelettes. L'intérêt de ce musée tient à : Galerie sur le site du Jardin des Plantes.
Parmi ses atouts : Le monde des vertébrés avec un millier de squelettes dans la Galerie d'anatomie.
Dans la Galerie de paléontologie, une exceptionnelle collection de fossiles, dinosaures, mastodontes, coquilles, oiseaux géants, insectes.. avec des spécimens d'une grande importance historique tels le monasaure de Maastricht et le paléothérium du Gypse de Montmartre étudiés par Georges Cuvier.
Le musée conserve des collections dans les domaines : Sciences de la nature. On peut s'y rendre au 2 rue Buffon, à Paris. Téléphone du musée : 01 40 79 38 90. Plus d'informations sur www.mnhn.fr/fr/collections/ensembles-collections/vertebres/anatomie-comparee.
History
Fondation en 1802 de la chaire d'anatomie comparée du muséum par Georges Cuvier. La Galerie d'anatomie comparée présente un vaste tour d'horizon du monde des vertébrés avec près d'un millier de squelettes.
Collection highlights
Le monde des vertébrés avec un millier de squelettes dans la Galerie d'anatomie.
Dans la Galerie de paléontologie, une exceptionnelle collection de fossiles, dinosaures, mastodontes, coquilles, oiseaux géants, insectes... avec des spécimens d'une grande importance historique tels le monasaure de Maastricht et le paléothérium du Gypse de Montmartre étudiés par Georges Cuvier.
The building
Galerie sur le site du Jardin des Plantes
Domains and collections
Museums nearby
Museum presentation
Located in Paris (Paris), Muséum national 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
Muséum national d’histoire naturelle 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 national d’histoire naturelle is located at 2 rue Buffon, 75005 Paris. 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 national d’histoire naturelle contributes to the cultural influence of Paris and the Paris 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 national 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know
Muséum national d’histoire naturelle is located in Paris, in the Paris department. Check the museum's record for the full address and contact details.
Muséum national 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 national 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 national 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 Paris 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.