Muséum d'Histoire Naturelle de Rouen, Natural history museum in Rouen, France.
The museum spans multiple floors of the Couvent des Visitandines building, presenting a collection of 800,000 natural science specimens and artifacts.
Established in 1828 within a former convent from 1640, the museum initially served as an educational resource for medical students studying zoology and botany.
The museum obtained the official designation of musée de France in 2003, securing its position among the leading provincial natural history institutions.
Located near the Beauvoisine metro stop, the museum welcomes visitors Tuesday through Saturday from 1:30 PM to 5:30 PM and Sundays from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
The institution organizes Saturday workshops called Echappées belles, allowing children to explore five continents through scientific activities in groups of fifteen.
Location: Rouen
Official opening: 1828
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Operator: Métropole Rouen Normandie
Opening Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 13:30-17:30; Sunday 14:00-18:00
Phone: +33235714150
Email: info@musees-rouen-normandie.fr
Website: http://rouen.fr/museum
GPS coordinates: 49.44708,1.09931
Latest update: June 23, 2025 11:06
Rouen displays notable French architectural heritage with the Gothic Notre-Dame Cathedral and its astronomical clock. The medieval center contains timber houses and religious buildings like Saint-Maclou Church. Museums present collections of ironwork, maritime history, and natural sciences. The botanical garden and Saint-Catherine Hill provide outdoor spaces with views of the city. Markets and specialized streets maintain the commercial traditions of Normandy's capital.
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