ôkhra – Ecomuseum of ochre
Experience a unique journey into the world of color et the former ochre factory in Roussillon !
ôkhra is a unique site in the Luberon region of Provence dedicated to color, where amateur workshops, discovery workshops for the whole family and artist exhibitions take place.
The ecomuseum is open to visitors from February 1 to December 20 inclusive.
Next creative workshops during the winter school vacations from February 10 to March 7, 2025 at 2:15 p.m.
ôkhra is a scheme supported by the Région Sud


This old ochre factory can be visited alone, with family, friends or during groups outings organized in advance. Take a guided tour, or discover the site by following the commented route.

Ochres, pigments, natural earths, dye plants, dyes, binders, tools, rare materials, practical works and beautiful books are offered by the counter on site or on this site.

Activities take place all year round, for schools and groups. Other workshops are offered on request for individual visitors, and during school holidays.
ôkhra – Ecomuseum of ochre
In 2021, the Conservatoire des ocres et de la couleur will become the Ecomuseum of ochre.
ôkhra’s aim is to promote the arts, sciences and crafts of color, by developing a cultural cooperative open to different generations of the public and professionals, in the service of disseminating resources and passing on knowledge and know-how.
On-site services
Spaces
- Shop-library (pigments, fine arts, souvenirs)
- Picnic area, toilets
- Visit our watercolor and pastel workshop.
Room rental
- Rental of rooms for exhibitions
- Site rental for receptions and incentive events
- Training and seminar room rental
Practical information
2 km from the village of Roussillon
Free parking
Direct bus access via ligne 17
Bike rental
Dogs allowed
Fire precautions
Accepted payment methods
Credit cards
Cash
Bank transfert
info@okhra.com
570 route d'Apt - 84220 Roussillon
+ 33 (0)4 90 05 66 69
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