MUNICIPAL MUSEUM OF BOURBONNE-LES-BAINS

Created in 1874, the municipal museum of Bourbonne-les-Bains was transferred in 1910 to the outbuildings of the old medieval castle. Originally made up of discoveries made during archaeological excavations in the city, the collection is supplemented by private donations and purchases. The history of the city is told through the preserved objects and works.

A room presents the archaeological remains, in particular those of the ancient spa town. You will discover, among other things, ex-voto, mineralized aurochs horns and a collection of coins among the most important of the Gallo-Roman world. Funerary stelae and everyday objects, as well as a statue bearing the image of the goddess Damona and two heads sculpted in oak, complete this journey through the ancient history of the city.

The fine arts room introduces the artistic history of Bourbonne-les-Bains, where many artists of national interest appear. You will notably meet the painters René-Xavier Prinet, Clément Serveau, Georges Fréset, Ernest Noirot, Jules Ziegler or Jean Tassel. Ethnographic “curiosities” (Kanak, Marquesan or African artifacts), as well as a collection of more than 200 stuffed birds, complete this journey.

Finally, a last room is devoted to temporary exhibitions, honoring regional artists or focusing on various themes related to the museum's collections.

Free for all.