Museum housing objects from prehistory to the Middle Ages, and organizing a discovery of the heritage of the Civaux commune.
To discover the heritage of Civaux, go to the museum. The audioguide will enlighten you on the church, the necropolis, the Merovingian baptistery and on the museum's collections. More than 200 objects from prehistory to the Middle Ages, discovered in and around Civaux, are kept there. The room dedicated to the Roman period is one of the richest with numerous ceramics, a magnificent head of statuette, as well as a very mysterious tomb. In the room dedicated to the Merovingian period, do not miss the famous hippomorphic fibula which has become the emblem of the place.
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Opening time and information on ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM
Closed from December to the end of March. Open Tuesday to Sunday, 2.30pm to 6pm during the April and All Saints' vacations. From 2.30pm to 6pm on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays in May, June, September, October and November. Every day from 10.30am to 12.30pm and from 2pm to 7pm in July and August. Free for children under 12. Adults: €4. Children (12 to 18 years): €2. Group (10 people): €3. Half-price: €2 (students, unemployed). Audioguide (museum, church, necropolis): €1. Free temporary exhibition. Escape game: €10 (under 10s: free). Tourism & Handicap label. Children welcome. Guided tours. Gift store. Animations.
Message from Management
In a modern setting, the ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM invites you to discover the rich heritage of Civaux. In the Merovingian and Roman gardens or in the museum rooms, the establishment offers guided tours to unravel the mystery of the necropolis. Educational activities are available for school groups and leisure centers. With family or friends, you'll enjoy fun activities. On site, you can browse through a whole collection of works dating from prehistory to the end of the Middle Ages. The museum is fully accessible to the mentally and physically disabled. Self-guided tours and booklets are available to help you explore the museum's archaeological and historical sites. If you're planning an outing, the museum can tailor a program to suit your needs. A great place to learn more about the region!
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Members' reviews on ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM
Ideal auch für Kinder.
Audio guide à prendre pour avoir plus d’infos.
Grande richesse archéologique sur tout le site. A voir absolument ! Nous y avons passé plus de deux heures …..
Attention, hors période, le musée s'ouvre sur réservation.
Qualité architecturale du musée.