Loire-Atlantique : land of treasures #1

From 5 of April to 29 of september 2019

Presentation

The Musée Dobrée – Grand Patrimoine de Loire-Atlantique is exhibiting for the first time, the ensemble of its monetary treasures discovered in the department over the past century and a half.

This remarkable archaeological heritage reveals the history of the département from the time of the Gauls to the start of the 20th century, the region’s commercial relations, and its political and military activity. Over six thousand items, discovered in almost fifty towns or municipalities in Loire-Atlantique, are presented and explained here.

This exhibition is also the opportunity to discover the careers and expertise necessary to the study and understanding of monetary treasures: archaeologists, restorers and numismatists.

Watch the interview with Gildas Salaün, exhibit curator (in French)

Watch the interview with Gildas Salaün, exhibit curator (in French)

Infos pratiques

Opening hours: 

  • 5 to 30 april : from Wednesday to Sunday – 2pm to 6 pm.
  • 1st of may to 29th of september : from Wednesday to Sunday - 2pm to 6 pm.

Rates: 

  • Open to all
  • Free entry

Contacts and booking: 

Château de Châteaubriant

Place Charles de Gaulle
44110 Châteaubriant

02 40 28 20 20

Contact by mail

Discovery tours

Discover the most representative objects and coins of their time: from prehistory to the beginning of the 20th century. A fun and interactive tour, perfect for first-time visitors.

Duration : 45 min

  • 5 to 30 April : saturday and sunday, at 3 pm
  • 1st of may to 29th of september : from tuesday to sunday at 3 pm and 5 pm

Associated events

Tales & Stories (in french only)

Throughout the exhibition, visit each first Thursday of the month for new stories in french.

The evening after the exhibition closes, it’s time for storytellers and mystery! Let yourself be embarked by reading these funny stories.

  • Thursday 2 of may, 6 of june, 4 of july, 1st of august and 5 of september at 6.30pm.
  • For all from 8 year old - Duration : from 45mn to 1h
  • Free – Limited capacity : Advised reservation at 02 40 28 20 20

Historical reconstructions and ancient know-how

During this summer weekend dedicated to living history, the minting of coins is in the spotlight.

  • Saturday 3 and sunday 4 august 2019 from 10.30 am to 6.00 pm
  • Free entry

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