Musée Edgar-Clerc

The Edgar-Clerc Museum is an archaeological facility in Le Moule that displays pre-Columbian artifacts from across Guadeloupe. The collection includes pottery, ritual objects, jewelry, and polished stone tools that show how people lived before European contact.

The museum was founded after archaeologist Edgar Clerc donated his collection to the local department in 1977. This established an institution in 1984 dedicated to preserving the pre-Columbian history of the island.

The exhibits show how indigenous people lived, including their burial traditions, homes, farming, and spiritual beliefs about mythical beings. Objects on display reveal the practical and sacred sides of their daily world.

The museum sits on the grounds near Route de la Rosette and is open Monday through Friday during regular business hours. The site is wheelchair accessible, and there is no admission fee to enter.

The museum grounds span 3 acres and feature native plants that people historically used for food, medicine, and crafts. This living collection complements the indoor displays and shows how communities worked with their natural surroundings.

Location: Le Moule

Inception: 1984

Architects: Jack Berthelot

Fee: No

Address: route de la Rosette

Opening Hours: Monday-Friday 09:00-17:00

Phone: 0590235757

Website: https://cg971.fr/lieu/musee-edgar-clerc

GPS coordinates: 16.33965,-61.37712

Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:20