Franck A. Perret Museum, Volcanological museum in Saint-Pierre, France
The Franck A. Perret Museum displays geological specimens, interactive exhibits, and educational resources focused on Mount Pelée's volcanic activity and its effects on the region.
Founded in 1932 by American volcanologist Frank Arnold Perret, the museum documents the devastating 1902 eruption that transformed Saint-Pierre and its surrounding areas.
The museum received the prestigious 'Musée de France' designation in 2003, recognizing its contributions to scientific education and regional heritage preservation.
Located on Rue Victor Hugo, the museum welcomes visitors daily from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, with admission prices ranging from 1€ for children to 3€ for adults.
The 2018 renovation incorporated charred wood cladding using Japanese techniques, connecting the building's design to the volcanic destruction of 1902.
Location: Saint-Pierre
Official opening: 1932
Opening Hours: Holidays,Monday-Sunday 08:00-18:00
Phone: +33596781516
GPS coordinates: 14.74590,-61.17620
Latest update: June 23, 2025 10:01
The island reveals itself beyond familiar paths with nature reserves, historic sites and remote beaches. The region contains botanical gardens, volcano museums and former plantations. The coast features black sand beaches, coves and islets. Inland areas include waterfalls, hiking trails and colonial architecture.
Mount Pelée
7.1 km
Rhum J.M.
1.8 km
Cachot de Cyparis
135 m
Rhum Depaz
1.8 km
Co-Cathedral of Our Lady of Assumption, Saint-Pierre
605 m
Our Lady Church
5.5 km
Habitation Anse Latouche
1.6 km
Église du Fort de Saint-Pierre
584 m
Maison coloniale de santé
515 m
Observatoire du Morne des Cadets
3.4 km
Pont Roche
361 m
Bureau du Génie et des Ponts et Chaussées
567 m
Église Saint-Jacques du Carbet
3.9 km
Ancien asile Bethléem
871 m
Batterie Sainte-Marthe
1.4 km
Rue Mont-au-Ciel
450 m
Pont militaire de Saint-Pierre
357 m
Église Saint-Denis de Fonds-Saint-Denis
4.9 km
Rue Victor-Hugo
140 m
Entrepots quartier du Figuier
41 m
Tombeau de la Dame Espagnole
3.9 km
Église Saint-Martin du Morne-Vert
5.5 km
Calvaire de Morne-Rouge
5.6 km
Maison Taïlamé
3.7 km
Rue Bouillé
205 m
Marché du Carbet
3.9 km
Marché de Saint-Pierre
412 m
Presbytère du Carbet
3.9 kmReviews
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