Musée de l'ancien Havre

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Musée de l'ancien Havre, Maritime history museum in Le Havre, France

The museum occupies the Hôtel Dubocage de Bléville building, displaying extensive collections that document the evolution of Le Havre through various historical periods.

Since receiving the official 'musée de France' designation in February 2003, the institution has preserved and presented artifacts chronicling Le Havre's maritime development.

The museum collection contains numerous paintings, documents, and maritime artifacts that represent the strong connection between Le Havre and its seafaring traditions.

Visitors can explore multiple exhibition rooms spread across different floors, with temporary exhibitions regularly complementing the permanent collection throughout the year.

The museum currently features an exhibition about Giovanni da Verrazzano's journey from Le Havre to New York Bay, commemorating the 500th anniversary until spring 2025.

Location: Le Havre

Address: 1 3 rue Jérôme-Bellamarto

GPS coordinates: 49.48897,0.11447

Latest update: March 10, 2025 03:12

Photography locations in Le Havre

Le Havre offers diverse photography subjects from modern architecture to maritime scenes. The city features Oscar Niemeyer designs, industrial heritage like La Catène de Containers, historic buildings including Saint-Joseph Church, and natural locations such as beaches and gardens. Urban photographers can capture the reconstruction architecture, while nature enthusiasts will find coastal views and park landscapes.

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