Préhistorama
Prehistory museum in Rousson: 78 display cases and some forty dioramas trace the history of life, from the first primates to Homo sapiens.
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About the museum
The Préhistorama was created by Eirik Granqvist, a prehistorian, sculptor and naturalist. He personally made the figures and stuffed animals that populate the museum's scenes.
The route follows the history of life on Earth, from the first cells to Homo sapiens, through a gallery of 78 display cases and about 40 dioramas with life-size figures. It covers the primate Purgatorius, Neanderthals, cave art and the metal ages.
The collections number more than 1,500 pieces, including real fossils and rare casts. Much of it comes from the personal collection of Bruno Guy, president of the association Les Amis du Préhistorama, which also organises evening lectures by specialists.
Highlights
- 78 display cases and about 40 dioramas
- Life-size figures and animals
- More than 1,500 pieces, including real fossils and rare casts
- Route from the first primates to Homo sapiens
- Workshops for children during school holidays
Permanent exhibition
- Galerie de la préhistoire – Route through 78 display cases and some forty dioramas, from the first primates to Homo sapiens.
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €8 |
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| Reduced | €6Teenagers aged 13 to 17 |
| Children & teens | €5free up to age 5 · Children aged 6 to 12: €5; teenagers aged 13 to 17: €6; free for children under 6. |
| Teenager aged 13 to 17 | €6 |
Self-guided or guided visits are offered to groups and classes; group rates are not published.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
- 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 states that the site is accessible to people with reduced mobility.
Kids & families
Great for kids & families
| Kids’ admission | free up to age 5 |
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- Family tours & workshops
Educational workshops for children take place during the school holidays; booking is by phone.
Getting there & parking
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Amenities & dining
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Events & venue rental
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Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| School programs | yes |
| Good to know | Self-guided or guided visits for groups and classes. Evening lectures by specialists are organised by the association Les Amis du Préhistorama. |
