Cultural Program

2026 12 July Cultural Program MIELLFEST #1 FLOWER FESTIVAL AT L’ALVÉOLE Come (re)discover the wonderful world of bees and other pollinating insects. Take a closer look at how a beehive works and savor its delicious products. Like a bee, wander at your leisure through the demonstrations and […] 2026 4 July 5 July Cultural Program TRACTOR FESTIVAL In partnership with the Tracteurs d’Antan association, the pride of our countryside. An exhibition of about a hundred vintage tractors, demonstrations of farm work and traditional skills, and numerous activities throughout the weekend. MANY ACTIVITIES – Traditional threshing with a […] 2026 6 June 7 June Cultural Program LIVING STORIES Eco-poetic Days: Where Artistic Creation Meets the Life Sciences The museum is hosting “Living Stories,” a transdisciplinary festival open to all, born from the desire to forge connections between sensory knowledge and scientific knowledge. Artists, scientists, and the public come together around […] 2026 23 May Cultural Program MUSEUM NIGHT Sound Vigil—an immersive listening session featuring soundscapes, by Aurélien Bertini, Olivier Toulemonde, and Chloé Truchon. Who said that at night, the countryside falls silent? This vigil is an invitation to a collective listening experience […] 2026 16 May 17 May Cultural Program AT THE FOOT OF MY TREE On May 16 and 17, experience nature in a whole new way: birdsong, tree-top exploration, dance, and a folk dance party to celebrate spring… and let nature surprise you. As a special treat, on Saturday, May 16, the museum restaurant will offer a […] 2026 12 Apr. Cultural Events Go Play Outside! THE ANT TAKES FLIGHT A show for young audiences by Cie Au fil du Vent Thanks to the trust they have in one another, Ant—a tightrope-walking clown—and her chickens challenge themselves and take risks to spread their wings. Working on stage with chickens, […] 2026 4 Apr. 19 Apr. Cultural Program Fun-Filled Spring Break As nature comes back to life, let’s shake off our winter lethargy once and for all and have some fun together. EVERY DAY: – Guided tours to learn all about Franche-Comté’s architecture, customs, and traditions – Culinary and creative workshops […] 2025 31 Oct. Cultural Program Murder Party - Le Spiralum Theater Company The Howl of the She-Wolf Good heavens! A crime has been committed in the Parc des Maisons Comtoises! The elders speak of the return of the “Beast of the Loue,” a bloodthirsty creature halfway between a wolf and a demon. […] 2025 18 Oct. 2 Nov. Cultural Program Enchanting Holidays 2025 During this colorful time of year at the park, the museum explores witchcraft in all its forms! Young and old alike don their finest wizard-in-training costumes to enjoy a variety of shows, storytelling, and activities […] 2025 27 Sep. 28 Sep. Cultural Program Bring Your Apple #2 Operation Zero Waste! Turn surplus fruit (apples, pears, quinces) into delicious fresh juice using the Pressoir du Verger’s mobile juicer. Activities centered around the orchard and apples will be offered throughout the day in collaboration with the Croqueurs de pommes association. […] 2025 20 Sep. 21 Sep. Cultural Program European Heritage Days Under the theme “Architectural Heritage,” the museum will offer a day of discovery focused on construction in its most playful forms. It’s the perfect opportunity to come see “Brick by Brick” up close, an exhibition that takes a playful look at our traditional homes […] 2025 5 Sep. 7 Sep. Cultural Program La Ronde de l’Espoir For 34 years, members of La Ronde de l’espoir have joined forces to raise funds for the Besançon and Montbéliard Cancer Leagues, support families, and promote healthy living through sports. For this 34th edition, […]