Muséum d'histoire naturelle de Nîmes, Natural history museum in Nîmes, France.
Description
The Muséum d'histoire naturelle de Nîmes is a natural history museum in the southern French city of Nîmes with a large collection of fossils, minerals, and prehistoric tools. The displays are organized by topics such as geology, prehistory, ethnology, and zoology, allowing visitors to explore the diversity of nature and human history.
History
The museum was founded in 1895 and grew from collections gathered by the Natural Sciences Study Society of Nîmes and Gard beginning in 1871. This establishment reflects the growing interest during the 1800s in documenting and preserving objects from nature and culture.
Culture
The museum displays ethnographic objects from Africa, Asia, and Oceania that show how people in different regions lived and worked. These collections give visitors insight into the crafts and daily items that were important to these cultures.
Practical
The museum is open on most days of the week, giving visitors enough time to explore the different sections without rushing. It is best to check ahead for specific opening times on different days and seasons to avoid disappointment.
Did you know?
The collection includes material from prehistoric sites in the region, showing how people lived in this area thousands of years ago. These local pieces make the museum an important place to understand the prehistory of southern France.
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