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Orléans Historical and Archaeological Museum is a rewarding stop for art, history and curious minds. Locate it on the map, book a room nearby in a click, or add it to your travel list to build your itinerary.
About Orléans Historical and Archaeological Museum
The Orléans Historical and Archaeological Museum is located in Orléans, France, and is dedicated to the history and archaeology of the city and the surrounding region. The museum is housed in a 16th-century building that was once a bishop's palace and features collections that span the Paleolithic era to the present day. The museum's archaeological collections include objects from the prehistoric, Gallo-Roman, and Merovingian periods, as well as artifacts from the medieval and Renaissance periods. The museum also has collections of decorative arts, including ceramics, glassware, and furniture, as well as paintings and sculptures. One of the most important collections in the museum is the Treasury of the Cathedral of Orléans, which features liturgical objects and artifacts from the Middle Ages to the 19th century. The museum also has a large collection of portraits of famous people from Orléans, including Joan of Arc. Overall, the Orléans Historical and Archaeological Museum is an excellent destination for those interested in the history and culture of the city and the surrounding region.
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