Musée Sainte-Croix, Art and archaeological museum in Poitiers, France
The Sainte-Croix Museum houses collections spanning from prehistoric times to modern art across multiple exhibition spaces in a concrete and glass building.
Opening its doors in December 1974, the museum stands on the former grounds of the Sainte-Croix abbey, designed by architect John Monge.
The museum holds over one million artifacts, including a 4th-century apostle head sculpture, a 5th-century marble sarcophagus, and works by Rodin and Claudel.
Visitors can explore the museum Tuesday through Friday from 10:00 to 18:00, while weekends and holidays offer afternoon hours from 13:00 to 18:00.
In 2024, the museum integrated a collection of 300 artworks by female artists, titled 'La Musée,' through Eugénie Dubreuil's donation.
Location: Poitiers
Inception: 1974
Official opening: 1974
Accessibility: Wheelchair limited access
Part of: Musées de Poitiers
Opening Hours: Tuesday-Friday 10:00-18:00; Saturday,Sunday,Holidays 13:00-18:00
Phone: +33549410753
Website: https://musee-saintecroix.fr
GPS coordinates: 46.57910,0.34764
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:44
Medieval streets, Roman theaters, Gothic churches, and Renaissance palaces form the architectural heritage of Poitiers. The city center contains the Notre-Dame la Grande church, Saint-Pierre Cathedral, and multiple historic buildings. Gardens, bridges, and staircases add to the visual interest. The surrounding region features castles, villages, and archaeological sites.
Poitiers Cathedral
201 m
Baptistère Saint-Jean
84 m
Église Sainte-Radegonde de Poitiers
340 m
Holy Cross Abbey
0 m
Espace Mendès-France
104 m
Neuf bridge
328 m
Monastère Saint-Hilaire de la Celle
268 m
Prieuré hospitalier de Poitiers
381 m
Église Saint-Paul de Poitiers
265 m
Chapelle Sainte-Croix de Poitiers
222 m
Église Saint-Martin-entre-les-deux-églises de Poitiers
115 m
Famille de Moulin de Rochefort
337 m
Immeuble, 34 rue Arsène-Orillard
270 m
Chapelle de l'hôtel de Briey de Poitiers
376 m
Maison, 23, 25 rue de l'Ancienne-Comédie
364 m
Maison, 34 rue du Pigeon-Blanc
323 m
Maison, 10 rue d'Argent
301 m
Maison, 54 rue Arsène-Orillard
268 m
Poitiers cathedral
201 m
Abbatiale Saint-Hilaire-de-la-Celle dite chapelle des Augustins de Poitiers
240 m
Hôtel de la Bidolière
353 m
Maison, 6 rue Saint-Fortunat
322 m
Maison des Trois Clous
342 m
Maison, 4 rue Arthur-de-la-Mauvinière
259 m
Maison, 3 rue Barbatte
347 m
Immeuble, 36 rue Arsène-Orillard
269 m
Maison, 79 Grande-Rue
335 m
Maison, 24 rue de l'Ancienne-Comédie
357 mReviews
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