Musée de la Bourrine du Bois Juquaud and its collection

Musée de la Bourrine du Bois Juquaud
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The Musée de la Bourrine du Bois Juquaud is a French museum situated in the commune of Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez, in the Vendée department and the Pays-de-la-Loire region. This museum is dedicated to showcasing and describing the traditional skills and customs of the marshland inhabitants of north-western Vendée during the 19th and 20th centuries.

Structure of the Museum

The museum is divided into three sections. The first section houses the reception area and a shop. The second section is a room that hosts temporary exhibitions, such as the one dedicated to the former owner, Armandine Grandemer, in 2016. The third section is a fun multimedia space dedicated to the marshland tradition and local practices.

Recognition and Tourist Attraction

The museum has been recognized as a "Musée de France" since July 28, 2004. It is located near the seaside resorts of the Côte de Lumière, which attracts a significant number of tourists, especially during the summer. The annual attendance was estimated at 18,000 visitors in 2012, 16,500 in 2013, and 20,200 in 2014.

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Musée de la Bourrine du Bois Juquaud
Chemin du Bois Jucaud 47

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Opening hours

From 6 April to 30 June: Tuesday to Sunday, from 2.30 pm to 6.30 pm; Closed on Mondays.

July and August: Monday to Friday, 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.; Sunday, from 2:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.; Closed on Saturdays.

From 1 to 30 September: Tuesday to Sunday, from 2.30 pm to 6.30 pm; Closed on Mondays.

Admission

0 – 5Free
6 – 18€4.00
Adults€6.00
Reduced€5.00

Facilities

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Location & Map

Chemin du Bois Jucaud 47, Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez

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Exhibitions

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