Musee D'histoire Et D'archeologie, Archaeological museum in historic center, Vannes, France.
The Musée d'histoire et d'archéologie is an archaeological museum in the historic center that displays objects from prehistoric and Roman times. The collection spreads across several exhibition rooms where over 700 artifacts are arranged chronologically.
The museum is housed in the Château Gaillard, an urban mansion from the 15th century built by Jean de Malestroit. The building later became the seat of the Parliament of Brittany, reflecting the region's political importance over time.
The collection reflects the early settlements along the Breton coast and the way people organized their communities over millennia. Items on display show how inhabitants marked important moments through burial practices and everyday objects.
Plan your visit carefully, as the museum is currently closed for renovations with selected pieces viewable through windows only. A nearby alternative is the Musée des beaux-arts, La Cohue, which temporarily displays some of the collection.
The institution holds a total of 40,000 objects from the Société Polymathique du Morbihan, including Mediterranean antiquities and natural science specimens. This extensive collection extends beyond local discoveries and brings together history from different regions and fields of study.
Location: Vannes
Address: 2 Rue Noé, 56000 Vannes, France
Website: https://mairie-vannes.fr/musee-dhistoire-et-darcheologie
GPS coordinates: 47.65673,-2.75792
Latest update: December 6, 2025 19:09
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