Armenian Heritage Center of Valence, Armenian heritage museum in Valence, France.
The Armenian Heritage Center of Valence occupies a renovated former law faculty building and houses around 2000 archived documents. The spaces have been carefully adapted to properly present these valuable materials to visitors.
The center was founded in 2005 to document the Armenian diaspora experience and preserve the history of expulsion from the Ottoman Empire. Its collections focus on remembering this migration and its lasting impact.
The center reflects the Armenian community's presence in the city through exhibitions and gatherings. Visitors see how Armenian traditions and memories have taken root in this French city.
The center is open on several days each week during regular visiting hours. Visitors should check ahead to see if special exhibitions or events are planned during their visit.
The center received ethnopole status in 2018, a special recognition for its research on migrations and borders. This designation makes it an important hub for studying movement and displacement across regions.
Location: Valence
Inception: 2005
Part of: Réseau Memorha
Address: 14 Rue Louis Gallet, 26000 Valence
Opening Hours: Tuesday-Friday 10:00-13:00,14:00-18:00; Saturday,Sunday 14:00-18:00; Holidays off
Phone: +33475801300
Website: https://le-cpa.com
GPS coordinates: 44.93150,4.89373
Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:47
Valence preserves architecture from several centuries, from medieval religious buildings to Renaissance homes. The Cathedral Saint-Apollinaire dates from the 11th century and shows Romanesque construction, while the Maison des Têtes draws visitors with its sculpted 16th-century facade. Place des...
Valence-Ville railway station
391 m
Valence Cathedral
338 m
Maison des Têtes
233 m
Parc Jouvet, Valence
642 m
Kiosque Peynet
471 m
Pendentif de Valence
319 m
Champ de Mars
465 m
Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste
384 m
Fontaine monumentale
110 m
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Valence
339 m
Saint-Ruf
442 m
Maison Dupré-Latour
300 m
Valence city hall
339 m
Notre-Dame de Soyons
551 m
Temple Saint-Ruf
442 m
Chapelle des Capucins de Valence
543 m
Chapelle des Cordeliers de Valence
458 mValence war memorial
619 m
Building of the Savings Bank of Valence
360 m
LUX - Scène nationale de Valence
155 m
Maison mauresque de Valence
370 m
Synagogue de Valence
118 m
Église Maranatha des Frères spirituels de Valence
421 m
Théâtre de la Ville
212 m
Buste de Théodore Jouvet, Valence
496 m
Hôtel de Pampelonne
237 m
Chapelle Notre-Dame-de-Soyons de Valence
554 m
Grande Rue
286 mVisited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes