Muséum national d'Histoire naturelle

Business Profile

Core Value Proposition

Muséum national d'Histoire naturelle provides a multidisciplinary research and teaching hub with public sites across Paris, Île-de-France and regions, hosting collections and laboratories for public engagement and science.

Target Customer

{"Families","Teachers","Scientists","Journalists","Professionnels du tourisme & CSE","Professionnels & Entreprises","Étudiants"}

Key Differentiator

Centre de recherche pluridisciplinaire that enriches knowledge about humans and nature, described as unique in its kind and combining expertise, teaching, and dissemination to a broad public.

Implementation Timeline

Value is realized during visits and programming; planning and booking (tickets, passes, private events) can occur in advance, with immediate access upon visiting or participating in events.

Pain Points

1Complex planning for visiting multiple sites (10 sites in Paris and regions) with varying horaires and access rules
2Need for accessible, diverse educational and cultural experiences (exhibitions, workshops, guided tours) for different audiences (families, schools, researchers, media)
3Access to extensive biodiversity and anthropological collections for education, research, and public outreach

Key Features

1Exhibitions, animations, guided tours, conferences and films
2Ten sites across Paris and regions including Jardin des Plantes, Musée de l’Homme, Parc zoologique de Paris, Grande Galerie de l’Évolution, Galerie de Paléontologie et d’Anatomie comparée, etc.
3Educational resources and programs: visites guidées, activités par cycle, resources pédagogiques, formations pour enseignants
4Research and expertise: multidisciplinary laboratories and research centers (e.g., Centre de recherche pluridisciplinaire), and listed collaborations/databases
5Accessibility to tickets, annual passes, and private event spaces; expositions itinérantes; media and public engagement opportunities; library and digital resources

Target Customer Industries

Client Results

1Increased knowledge and understanding of humans and the natural world
2Broader public access to biodiversity and anthropological collections
3Enhanced educational experiences for students and educators, plus professional and media engagement

Competitive Advantages

1Publicly accessible, multidisciplinary science and education hub with multiple sites in Paris and regions
2Extensive and varied collections (biodiversity, archaeology, geology, anthropology) and laboratories for research and teaching
3Integrated ecosystem of exhibitions, education, outreach, and partnerships (including online resources and itinerant exhibitions)
4Opportunities for private events and media productions, plus a dedicated library/archives and digital databases
5Longevity and credibility as a national institution with global engagement (e.g., UNESCO/UICN-related activity noted in updates)

Key Benefits

1Access to diverse scientific collections and exhibitions

2Rich educational programs and resources for schools, families, and the general public

3Opportunities for research collaboration and public engagement

4Multi-site access with a range of experiences (museums, gardens, zoos, libraries) and private event capabilities

5Digital and itinerant offerings (online resources, itinerant expositions)

Additional Product Information

Product Description

A public research and teaching museum hosting extensive collections, multiple sites, laboratories, and a broad program of exhibitions, educational activities, and scientific outreach across Paris, Île-de-France, and regional France.

Target Market

Public visitors (families and individuals), educators and schools, researchers, journalists, tourism professionals, corporate partners, and students

Unique Value Proposition

A national multidisciplinary research and education institution that combines world-class biodiversity and anthropological collections with public-facing exhibitions, education, and science communication across a network of sites.

Technical Requirements

Not specified in provided content.

Pricing Model

Ticketed admissions with options for annual passes; some sites are free (e.g., Jardin des Plantes), others require tickets. Specific pricing varies by site.

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