Musée de l'Abri du Marin
Harbour museum in Sainte-Marine, housed in a former sailors’ shelter from 1910 and devoted to the Abris du Marin and Breton fishermen.
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About the museum
Jacques de Thézac (1862–1936) founded the Œuvre des Abris du Marin in 1900 to offer sailors an alternative to cafés and to fight alcoholism. The Sainte-Marine shelter was built in 1910 to plans by the architect René Darde. It served as a refuge and meeting place for sailors passing through.
The building operated until 1985. The commune bought it in 1992, after which it housed a local association’s library and exhibitions. Restored from 2006 with the Fondation du Patrimoine, it has been listed in the Inventaire supplémentaire des monuments historiques since October 2007.
It opened as a museum in autumn 2008. Located in the heart of the harbour, it tells the story of the Abris du Marin and of life for Breton fishermen at the start of the 20th century, with photographs, objects and films across several rooms. Each year it also presents temporary exhibitions on maritime themes.
Highlights
- History of the Abris du Marin and the work of Jacques de Thézac
- Life of Breton fishermen at the start of the 20th century
- Photographs, objects and films across several rooms
- 1910 building listed as a historic monument
- Annual temporary exhibitions on maritime themes
Permanent exhibition
- L'Abri du marin et les pêcheurs bretons – Permanent exhibition on the history of the Abris du Marin, the work of Jacques de Thézac and the life of Breton fishermen.
- Founded
- 2008
- Operated by
- Commune de Combrit Sainte-Marine
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €3 |
|---|---|
| Reduced | €1.50Young people aged 12 to 18 and groups |
| Children & teens | €1.50free up to age 11 · Free admission for children under 12. |
| Groups (11+ people) | €1.50 per personGroups of more than 10 people. |
| Annual pass | €10 |
| Combined ticket with the Fort de Sainte-Marine | €5 |
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Amenities & dining
- Museum shop
Shop on the first floor.
Events & venue rental
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