Musée des Jacobins
About This Museum
Tucked away in the heart of Gascony, the Musée des Jacobins isn't your typical French regional museum. While many local institutions focus narrowly on their immediate surroundings, this one boldly casts its gaze across the Atlantic to tell the story of the Americas. Its journey begins with pre-Columbian artifacts and unfolds through colonial history, creating a truly unexpected narrative in a classic French town. It’s a place where you can explore ancient Peruvian textiles and then step out into a medieval cityscape.
Collection Highlights
The star attraction is its exceptional collection of pre-Columbian art, one of the most important in France, featuring hauntingly beautiful Nazca pottery and intricate Paracas textiles. Alongside these ancient treasures, you'll find Gallo-Roman archaeological finds from the local area and a delightful assortment of European fine arts.
Visitor Information
Housed in a beautifully restored former monastery, wandering its quiet cloisters and chapels is an experience in itself. It's compact enough to enjoy in a couple of hours without feeling rushed, making it a perfect cultural pause during a day exploring Auch.
Architecture & Building
The museum occupies a serene 14th-century Jacobin convent, so you're essentially walking through history with vaulted stone ceilings and a tranquil central cloister setting the scene.
Contact & Location
Address: Rue Gilbert Bregail, La Vieille Ville, Auch, Gers, Occitanie, France métropolitaine, 32000, France
Phone: +33 5 62 05 74 79
Website: Visit Website
