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Aix Museums

Aix en Provence is know for its great musuems and some are considered to be the best and most uniqe in all of France. Below are a few of the museums that are a must see on your study abroad trip in France. You should have no problem visiting all of these museums after French classes or one weekends when you are not studying.

Studio of Cezanne
Paul Cezanne was a famous artist from Aix-en-province who is best known for leading the cubist movement. Cezanne's last art studio has been converted in to this museum. The studio exhibits personal belongings, tools, period furniture and some of his unfinished work. The museum also hosts a viewing room with slides of some of his most famous works.

Museum of Tapestry
This museaum in Aix en Provence is on the 1st floor of the palace of the old Archbishop. The exhibits include tapestries from the 1600-1800's, as well as works of art from the modern era and period peice furniture used by the Archbishop.

Natural History Museum
This museum was created in the early 19th century to display local fish, plants, and other animals. There are also taxidermied birds of around three hundred different species. There is also an exhibit of ancient animals including dinosaur eggs and bonse.

Musée du Vieil Aix
The Musée du Vieil Aix is provides a view into the local French culture, and history of Aix en Provence. The museum houses many historic documents, traditional art, and artifacts from the area. There is fine collection of hand crafted marionettes mad from wood and pottery.