Killing Earthquake 1909 (≈ 1909)
Event marked in the collections.
1936
Establishment of the Association
Establishment of the Association 1936 (≈ 1936)
Fondation des Amis du Vieux Lambesc.
5 juin 1938
Opening of the museum
Opening of the museum 5 juin 1938 (≈ 1938)
Official opening to the public.
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui Aujourd'hui (≈ 2025)
Position de référence.
Key figures
H. Gerin-Ricard - Conservator of the Borély Museum
Counsellor for the establishment of the association.
Origin and history
The Old Lambesc Folk Museum was founded in 1936 by the Association of Friends of Old Lambesc. This initiative, encouraged by H. Gerin-Ricard, then curator of the Musée Borély in Marseille, aimed to preserve and enhance the local heritage. The museum was officially inaugurated on June 5, 1938, becoming a place dedicated to the collective memory and traditions of Lambesc.
The museum houses a variety of collections, ranging from archaeology to ethnography, to objects linked to the devastating earthquake of 1909 that struck the region. Its assets include antique furniture, coats of arms, and agricultural tools, illustrating the daily life and history of the village. These elements provide concrete evidence of the upheavals and resilience of the Lambescan community.
Located at 2 rue du Jas, the museum benefits from the label Musée de France, highlighting its heritage importance. Its address and contact details are clearly referenced in official databases, such as Museofile, and there remains a reference point for understanding local and regional history. The accuracy of its location, although considered mediocre (note of 5/10), does not hinder its cultural and educational role.
