Musée de la Préhistoire du Grand-Pressigny

The Musée de la Préhistoire du Grand-Pressigny is housed in a medieval castle and displays collections of stone tools, pottery, and findings from regional excavations. The exhibits focus on objects from the Stone Age and explain how people lived and worked in ancient times.

The institution started from a collection begun in 1922 by Doctor Edmond Chaumier, initially housed in the town hall. The museum was formally established in 1955 and has since grown into a major center for studying the prehistory of this region.

The museum shows the craft techniques used in this region thousands of years ago, especially how people made flint blades and tools. You can see how ancient inhabitants worked with stone and traded their creations across the continent.

The museum offers self-guided tours, guided visits with specialists, and programs designed for families and school groups. Plan your visit based on your interest, as you can spend anywhere from a brief hour to a more thorough exploration.

The flint blades found here were so valued that they were traded across long distances during the Stone Age, reaching as far as Switzerland and the Netherlands. These widely distributed tools show how important this region was in early trade networks.

Location: Le Grand-Pressigny

Official opening: 1955

Phone: +33247949020

Website: http://prehistoiregrandpressigny.fr

GPS coordinates: 46.92190,0.80341

Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:46