Franck A. Perret Museum, Volcanological museum in Saint-Pierre, France
The Franck A. Perret Museum is a building dedicated to volcanology and Mount Pelée's impact on the region. It displays rock samples, interactive exhibits, and materials that explain how the volcano shaped the landscape and the community.
The collection began in 1932 and focuses on the 1902 eruption that devastated Saint-Pierre. The founder's work helped document this moment and its aftermath for scientific understanding.
The museum honors Frank Arnold Perret, an American volcanologist who studied the region extensively after 1902. His work continues to shape how locals and visitors understand the mountain's story and its impact on daily life here.
The building sits in central Saint-Pierre and is walking distance from the town center. Access is straightforward and the exhibits are designed so visitors can understand them without special background knowledge.
The building itself is made of charred wood processed with Japanese techniques, echoing the volcano's burning force. This material tells the story of destruction and renewal in a way that words alone cannot.
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