Provins museum

The Museum, located in the Roman a house in the higher part of Provins is home to archaeological and historical collections as well as works of art that come essentially from the town and the region.
This "Musée de France" (Museum of France) is housed in one of Provins' oldest civic buildings, known as the "Maison Romane" (Romanesque House).

Before entering the building, be sure to admire its 12th-century façade and its magnificent diamond-shaped window.

Inside, you will find priceless collections from archaeological digs carried out in Provins and the surrounding area, spanning from prehistory to the 19th century, including the Renaissance period.

It notably houses exceptional remains from the Saint-Quiriace treasury: pieces of goldsmithing, a 15th-century Trinitarian icon (currently not on display as it is undergoing restoration), and a 13th-century silk lampas chasuble of Saint Edme.

Also on display are sculptures and paintings, and rare objects such as a foundling wheel, used to abandon orphans found at church gates, etc.

Cultural highlights not to be missed (subject to change):

• May 23, 2026, from 5:30 p.m. to midnight: European Night of Museums: every year, the Museum invites you to discover its permanent collections with a self-guided tour and a program based on a new theme, in partnership with the SHAAP (Society for the History and Architecture of Paris).

• Events such as historical lectures and Afternoon Readings are regularly organized…

Full information is available in the "Calendar" section:
Opening Hours, Admission & Admission

Visit duration: approximately 45 minutes.
Last entry 30 minutes before closing time.
Self-guided tour.

Please note: animals are not permitted on the museum grounds, at performance venues, or during major events.