Musée des Beaux-Arts de Louhans

About the museum

The Musée des Beaux-Arts in Louhans was founded in 1885 on the initiative of senator Lucien Guillemaut. Its collections grew through purchases and donations; the patron André Biard was one of the main donors. The museum holds the “Musée de France” label.

It is located on Rue des Dôdanes, in a building it shares with the Musée de l'Imprimerie, a branch of the Écomusée de la Bresse bourguignonne. Since a new display opened in March 2023, the permanent circuit is organized around two themes: academic painting and 20th-century art. It features works by Jean Cocteau, Marie Laurencin, Léonard Fujita and Armand Point.

In spring 2026, the collections were put into storage for works to make the building accessible, including the installation of an outdoor lift. The museum closed its doors after June 13, 2026; reopening is announced for March 2027.

Highlights

• Academic painting and 20th-century art
• Works by Jean Cocteau, Marie Laurencin and Léonard Fujita
• Works by Armand Point
• Free admission
• “Musée de France” label

Permanent exhibition

• Parcours permanent : peinture académique et art du XXe siècle – The circuit presents the major genres of painting and several 20th-century movements, with works by Cocteau, Laurencin, Fujita and Point (collections currently in storage).

Founded

1885

Operated by

Ville de Louhans-Châteaurenaud

Admission & discounts

Admission is free.

Free admission. School visits: free for schools in Louhans-Châteaurenaud, a flat fee of €50 per class for other schools.

Accessibility

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

Accessibility works are underway; an outdoor lift is to provide access to the floors. Animals are not admitted, except guide dogs.

Kids & families

• Family tours & workshops

In 2026, the museum offered creative family workshops for children aged 6 to 10 and 8 to 12 (€6 per person).

Getting there & parking

From the station, follow the direction of the town centre, then the signs for “Musée des Beaux-Arts”. The museum has bicycle parking (Accueil Vélo label) and a repair kit.

Amenities & dining

The museum is closed for works; reopening is announced for March 2027.

Events & venue rental

The museum is closed for works; reopening is announced for March 2027.

Plan your visit