Musée de la Céramique de Rouen

About the museum

The Musée de la Céramique de Rouen was founded in 1864. Since 1984 it has occupied the Hôtel d’Hocqueville, a 17th-century town mansion protected as a historic monument, built on the remains of the city's former castle. There is a garden behind the building.

The collections comprise around 6,000 objects and showcase Rouen faience. The route presents its major periods: the production of the Poterat family in the 17th century, blue camaïeux, the five-colour decoration, the introduction of red, the rocaille style and the décor à la corne, as well as decoration inspired by China and faience paintings and sculptures. The work of Masséot Abaquesne, a Renaissance potter from Rouen, is also featured.

Other production centres are represented: Delft, Lille, Nevers, fine earthenware and porcelain, and the Sèvres manufactory.

The museum is part of the Réunion des Musées Métropolitains Rouen Normandie. The museum and its garden are closed until further notice, with no reopening date announced.

Highlights

• 17th-century Rouen faience, including production by the Poterat family
• Five-colour decoration, blue camaïeux and rocaille style
• Faience from Delft, Lille and Nevers
• Porcelain and fine earthenware from Sèvres
• Works by Masséot Abaquesne, a Renaissance potter
• Hôtel d’Hocqueville and its garden

Permanent exhibitions

• Faïence de Rouen du XVIe au XVIIIe siècle – Presentation of the major periods of Rouen production: the Poterat family, blue camaïeux, five-colour decoration and the rocaille style.
• Faïences et porcelaines de Sèvres, Delft, Lille et Nevers – Works from other production centres, for comparing techniques and decoration with those of Rouen.

Founded

1864

Operated by

Réunion des Musées Métropolitains Rouen Normandie (Métropole Rouen Normandie)

Admission & discounts

Admission is free.

Before the closure: free access to the permanent collections and a flat fee of €4 for the temporary exhibition.

Accessibility

• Wheelchair accessible: no information
• Elevator: no information
• Accessible restroom: no information
• Accessible parking: no information
• Service dogs welcome: no information
• Tactile models & exhibits: no information
• Sign language tours: no information
• Easy-to-read materials: no information
• Audio description: no information

The website's site plan shows step-free access to the auditorium and via Rue Deshays.

Kids & families

Great for kids & families

• Family tours & workshops

The museum website has a section “Famille et jeune public” with activities designed for families and young visitors.

Getting there & parking

The entrance is at 1 Rue du Faucon, or via 94 Rue Jeanne d’Arc.

Amenities & dining

• Museum shop

A bookshop with a museum shop is attached to the museum.

Events & venue rental

Opening hours and the reopening date will be announced by the Réunion des Musées Métropolitains Rouen Normandie.

Plan your visit