The MEC (Musée Émile Chénon) is a museum of archaeology housed in a former dwelling dating from the 15th century, which is on the supplementary list of Historic Monuments. This architectural jewel and its medieval-style garden provide an ideal setting for the museum’s collections. From the 19th century until 2018, numerous excavations have uncovered Gallic and Gallo-Roman remains in Châteaumeillant.
Inaugurated in 1963 and restored in 2015, the MEC offers a fun and modern way to discover its mysterious “amphora cellars”, its imposing Gallic wall and its sumptuous Gallo-Roman treasure trove, including 4 exceptional objects found at the bottom of a well in 2012. A major cultural season featuring events, workshops and exhibitions is designed to showcase these collections.
Postal address: 10 rue de la Victoire 18370 Châteaumeillant
Telephone number: 02 48 61 49 24
E-mail: [email protected]
