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A museum showcasing the rich history of Biarritz, with a particular focus on the city's main eras.
The museum was born in the grounds of St. Andrew's Church. The foundation stone was laid by Queen Frederika of Hanover. Inaugurated in 1986 by the Association des amis du Musée Historique de Biarritz, it plunges you into the city's rich history, and more particularly into its 3 main eras: the Middle Ages, the 19th century, marked by the imperial family, the First World War, the Roaring Twenties with their sumptuous receptions given by English, Russian and Spanish families, the Second World War, thermalism... The association continues its investigations with a single aim: to research, preserve and exhibit all items relating to local history, both ancient and recent, in order to raise awareness of the past and support or undertake any action to safeguard movable and immovable property.
To the delight of Biarrots, Basques and tourists alike, the museum has been renovated and returned to its former glory, with thematic islands, a clear itinerary and plenty of light and brightness, making it a place not to be missed. Digital archives can be consulted online on the museum's website. Exhibitions, lectures and concerts are organized throughout the year, as well as guided tours of Biarritz's neighborhoods and city center, with different lecturers depending on the theme, every Saturday morning and on request. You can also support the 400-strong Association of Friends of the Biarritz Historical Museum.
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Open Tuesday to Saturday, 10am to 12:30pm and 2pm to 6:30pm. July/August: 10am to 1pm and 2.30pm to 6.30pm, Tuesday to Saturday. Free for children under 12. Adults: €8. Students/disabled persons/jobseekers: €5. Audioguide in French, Basque, English and Spanish: €2. Groups + 10 people: €7/person. Online program of conferences, exhibitions and concerts: www.musee-historique-biarritz.fr.
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L'exposition sur Biarritz est trop maigre pour en faire un musée.