Musée Pierre-Noël

The Musée Pierre-Noël is an art and history museum situated in the town of Saint-Dié-des-Vosges. It carries the quality label Musée de France, indicating its significance in the French museum landscape. The museum is named after Pierre Noël, who served as the town's mayor from 1965 to 1977.

Collections at Musée Pierre-Noël

While the museum's collections now largely consist of contemporary art, it was originally intended as a 'Museum of Life in the Hautes-Vosges'. This shift in focus reflects the evolving nature of the museum and its commitment to showcasing a diverse range of art and history.

Architecture of Musée Pierre-Noël

The museum building is a blend of old and new, integrating the old staircase and the colonnade of the former bishop's palace, both of which are protected monuments. This integration of historical architecture within the modern building adds a unique charm to the museum.