Treasures of the Mucem

Inside the home of Mediterranean cultural heritage

Mucem by those who make it

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An architectural gem

A bridge between Europe and the Mediterranean

Discover the contemporary architecture of the J4 building, the historical site of fort Saint-Jean and the Conservation center of Mucem's collections

Inside the home of Mediterranean cultural heritage

Behind the scenes of Mucem

The Mucem storage in 360°

Into the Centre for Conservation and Resources (CCR)

Quirky, unexpected findings

EDITORIAL FEATURE

6 Unusual and Unexpected Objects at Mucem

From Tarot cards to a ‘baby hatch’

French tagged mailbox

La Poste

Bread in the shape of a mermaid

90's scooter covered with stickers

"Do it yourself" praying altar

Cyclone Production

Italian Pasta Maker

Imperia, manufacturer

Collection highlights

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE MUCEM

Popular French arts and traditions.

The celebrations and beliefs of modern French people at the turn of the 20th century

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE MUCEM

Life testimonials from Portugal to Russia to the shores of the Mediterranean

The transformation of rural and urban cultures

Circus, fun fairs and puppetry

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE MUCEM

Urban cultures and leisure activities

From tarot cards to bullfighting

Artwork, up close

Nativity icon

L’Arbre de Mai (May Tree)

Alexis Bafcop

Ex-voto

Understanding the contemporary world

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE MUCEM

Graffiti, carnivals and masquerades, and football

Observing modern societies, environments and lifestyles

Virtual Tours

ExploreMucem - J4Marseilles

ExploreMucem - Conservation center of Mucem's collections (CCR)Marseilles

ExploreMucem - Footbridge and fort Saint-JeanMarseilles

ExploreMucem - Fanal TowerMarseilles

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