Hidden Clermont-Ferrand: The Henri Lecoq Museum
On the quiet side-street of Rue Bardoux rises what could reasonably be described as one of the most interesting houses in Clermont-Ferrand. From the outside it looks like any ordinary Clermontois townhouse; the inside however, is not ordinary by any standard. In fact, the Henri Lecoq Museum — once the home of the eponymous naturalist […]
Archaeology in Auvergne: A Visit to the Bargoin Museum
“Archaeologically speaking, Auvergne is one of the richest regions in France.” -Elie Rafowicz, Assistant Director of the Bargoin Museum Druids, Romans, Vikings, wars and ravages of all kinds — Clermont-Ferrand has seen it all. Unlike Athens, Pompeii, or Giza, however, Clermont has never enjoyed an international reputation as a city of extraordinary archaeological monuments. Still, […]
Occult Auvergne: A Visit to the Musée des Croyances Populaires
The Musée des Croyances Populaires is museum that focuses on the old but long-abiding occult practices, folklore, and traditions of Auvergne.
