Muséum d'histoire naturelle de Bourges, Natural history museum in Bourges, France.
The Muséum d'Histoire Naturelle de Bourges is a natural history museum in France displaying collections in zoology, botany, and geology across its exhibition space. The collections feature preserved animals, plant specimens, and mineral samples organized by scientific category.
The museum opened in 1926 at Jacques-Coeur Palace, originally displaying naturalized animals from Africa and India collected by Guy René Babault. This initial collection formed the foundation for the institution that exists today.
The museum hosts rotating exhibitions and educational activities that bring together researchers and visitors interested in the natural world. These programs help people of all ages connect with scientific discovery and environmental awareness.
The museum is open Monday through Friday for visitors exploring the natural history collections. The exhibition layout makes it easy to move through different sections and spend as much time as you wish in each area.
Since 1989, the museum has focused on bat research and conservation, becoming a leading center for the study of these mammals in France. This specialization has made it a key destination for researchers interested in chiropterology.
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