Louis Vouland Museum

MUSEUM OVERVIEW Discover its 18th-century collections, its rare and unusual artifacts, and its Provençal paintings before strolling through the garden… Located in the elegant 19th-century district, the Louis Vouland Museum is one of those charming museums that, away from the hustle and bustle, offers an unexpected respite in the heart of the City of the Popes. A high-quality collection of decorative arts (from the 17th to the 19th centuries), a significant collection of earthenware and porcelain, representative works of Provençal painting, and a hidden garden… This venue, beloved by visitors for its warm welcome and refined atmosphere, is a place of encounters and discoveries for people of all ages. The originality of its programming embraces all forms of expression and cultural transmission. Music, performances, exhibitions, lectures, readings, tours, and children’s workshops make the Louis Vouland Museum the setting for a unique artistic experience. Groups: Tours available by appointment outside of regular opening hours. Accessibility: Steps and multiple levels. The museum is not accessible to people with limited mobility. Discover the museum in this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_wvQ94K4PYM&t=7s GARDEN The mansion opens to the south onto a quiet and pleasant garden. Visitors are welcome here… whether in the shade or the sun, come take a break in the garden! On Rue Victor Hugo, there’s no hint of the museum’s garden. This garden, to the south of the mansion, is crossed by the Canal de Vaucluse, the Avignon branch of the Sorgue River. Designed as a sensitive and sensory extension of the museum that promotes biodiversity, it has been revitalized following major renovations around the canal in 2017. The flora grows richer year by year, and day by day, we can observe the cycles of plants, insects, birds, and more. Animals explore this living world and forge connections between the natural world, the collections, and the exhibitions. Leaves, flowers, and fruits; insects, birds, and fish—everything changes with the seasons. And every spring brings new surprises! The garden is an LPO (League for the Protection of Birds) sanctuary dedicated to promoting biodiversity. GAME TRAIL The Clock Has Stopped Murder Mystery at the Museum With family or friends – Ages 13 and up - Anytime Come get a thrill at the museum! Your mission is to become a detective and solve the mystery of a crime. To conduct the investigation, you’ll need to explore the museum and carefully examine items from its collection. Estimated time: 50 minutes Adults: €6 | Reduced rate: €4 | Children (under 12): free + voluntary donation for the activity booklet CYCLISTS Come to the Vouland Museum by bike! How about a tour of the museum and its exhibits, followed by a break in the garden—in the sun and sheltered from the mistral? The Via Rhôna runs right past the Vouland Museum’s welcoming bike station. You can park your bikes (with their panniers) in the garden—enjoy a peaceful moment and hit the road again before nightfall! CLOSED FROM JANUARY 4 THROUGH FEBRUARY 8 INCLUSIVE.