Musée historique et archéologique de l'Orléanais

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Musée historique et archéologique de l'Orléanais

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Musée historique et archéologique de l'Orléanais, History and archaeology museum in central Orléans, France

The museum resides in Hôtel Cabu, a Renaissance building with three levels featuring architectural elements from the Henry II period.

The museum, established in 1823 by Count Bizemont-Prunelé, relocated to its current location in 1862 and reopened in 1966 after wartime restoration.

The collection includes the Neuvy-en-Sullias treasure of Gallo-Roman bronzes and medieval artifacts from Saint-Benoît-sur-Loire and Germigny-des-Prés.

Visitors can access the museum for 8 euros, with reduced rates at 4 euros and free entry on the first Sunday of each month.

The museum maintains a dedicated section about Joan of Arc, displaying objects connected to her historical relationship with Orléans.

Location: Orléans

Phone: +33238792560

Website: http://ville-orleans.fr

GPS coordinates: 47.90077,1.90516

Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:50

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