Musée d'Angoulême

The Musée d'Angoulême occupies a former bishop's residence next to the cathedral and holds collections reflecting the region's natural and cultural past alongside Western and non-Western artworks. Its layout spreads across multiple levels displaying fossils and bones from ancient times, objects from local archaeological digs, and paintings created over several centuries.

The building began as the home of the local bishop located beside Saint Pierre Cathedral. Over time it transformed into a museum that now preserves and presents the region's geological and human story through its collections.

The gallery's name comes from the city where it stands today. Across its three floors, you encounter regional archaeological finds, non-European artworks, and paintings spanning centuries, creating a dialogue between local heritage and distant artistic traditions.

The exhibition rooms spread across the building in a way that is easy to navigate, allowing visitors to spend time in each gallery without feeling rushed. Group tours are available for those who want guided explanations, and regular free entry days make it accessible for all.

The collection includes a notable amount of African and Oceanian artifacts that create an unexpected dialogue with European works and local findings. These objects from distant cultures sit alongside regional discoveries, offering visitors a perspective that links the global and the local.