Museums

A land of history and traditions, the Alpes de Haute Provence invites you on a captivating journey through its museums. From prehistory to contemporary art, including astronomy and local know-how, each museum reveals a unique facet of the region. Whether you're passionate about science, history, or culture, let yourself be surprised by the richness of these exceptional sites. Discover our selection of museums and plan your next visit!

Museums to go back in time

The department is home to exceptional archaeological sites and museums dedicated to the earliest traces of humanity. The region's ethnographic and historical museums immerse you in the daily lives of the inhabitants of yesteryear.

Dive into Prehistory

The Verdon Gorges Prehistory Museum in Quinson offers you a fascinating journey through 400 years of human history, with life-size reconstructions and unique collections.

History and local traditions

Le The Musée de la Vallée in Barcelonnette tells the story of migrations to Mexico, while the Salagon Museum, housed in a medieval priory, reveals rural life and traditional skills of Haute-Provence. The Moustiers Earthenware Museum highlights this renowned craft. The local area is also honored in emblematic places of our past. Like the Lavender Distillery Museum in the old Barrême distillery, the Flour Mill Museum in the old industrial flour mill in La Mure-Argens…

A territory of artistic inspiration

Haute-Provence has always attracted artists and creators. Artists, writers and adventurers loved our region. Find their path at the Jean Giono Centre, at Paraïs, Jean Giono's house in Manosque, at the Alexandra David-Neel House or at the Gassendi Museum in Digne-les-Bains..

The Digne-les-Bains Art Center offers exhibitions of national and international artists linked to the landscape and surrounding nature.

Prepare your visit

Find all the museums in the region

With museums suitable for all ages and interests, the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence region offers an unforgettable cultural experience. Take advantage of your stay to enrich your knowledge and discover the hidden treasures of our heritage.

Highlights not to be missed

Events at the heart of these exceptional locations

Come and participate in our events, celebrations, and festivals this summer, all set amidst remarkable heritage. Music, dance, and theater light up the nights from the Alpes de Haute Provence to Sisteron during the Nuits de la Citadelle. The Latino-Mexican Festival in Barcelonnette takes you all the way to Mexico!