Historial de la Vendée

In the heart of the natural Boulogne valley, the Département de la Vendée invites you to explore 7,000 years of history in a museum like no other, the Historial.

Let yourself be transported to the heart of 7,000 years of history, in a museum with stunning architecture!

Geology, Prehistory, Antiquity, the Medieval Period, the Modern Era, the War in the Vendée, the 19th century… Explore history at your own pace and become a part of the era you’re experiencing. Whether you stay for an hour or the whole day, the innovative exhibition design will engage all your senses and change the way you think about museums. The Children’s Museum, a pioneering concept, offers a fun-filled exploration of the sea.
The Historial also offers a rich and varied programme of events throughout the year: shows, workshops, guided tours, storytelling sessions, starlit evenings…
Children’s Museum, themed around trees. Unique in France, designed for children aged 2 and over.
Guided tours and activities for families (programme available at historial.vendee.fr).