Musée d'art et d'histoire Georges Turpin
Parthenay · Deux-Sèvres · Nouvelle-Aquitaine
The Georges Turpin Art and History Museum is an establishment located in Parthenay, in Deux-Sèvres, which has held the label since 2003. It is situated in a region of heritage and local history, the Gâtine, a territory with valleys and documented historical remains. The museum contributes to the cultural life and educational activities of the Parthenay-Gâtine area, in connection with initiatives to promote intercommunal heritage. Its collections fall within the fields of art and history, traditional areas of conservation and public presentation.
Practical information
Opening hours
Today · 14:30–18:00
See the rest of the week
- Monday
- 11:00–13:00, 14:00–18:00
- Tuesday
- 11:00–13:00, 14:00–18:00
- Wednesday
- 11:00–13:00, 14:00–18:00
- Thursday
- 11:00–13:00, 14:00–18:00
- Friday
- 11:00–13:00, 14:00–18:00
- Saturday
- Closed
Hours may vary by season. See current hours →
Address
1 Rue de la Vau Saint-Jacques, 79200 Parthenay, France
Phone number
05 49 94 90 27Official website
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Getting there
Nearest station
Saint-Maixent-l'École, 28 km away. A car or taxi is essential.
City
45 min by car from Niort.
Nearest station
Saint-Maixent-l'École, 28 km away. A car or taxi is essential.
Parking
On-site parking.
Reference city
45 min by car from Niort.
Distances and times calculated from © OpenStreetMap contributors data · calculated on 3 September 2026
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