The Harmas of Jean-Henri Fabre

Nestling near Orange, in Sérignan-du-Comtat, this site is run by the prestigious Muséum national d'Histoire naturelle (MNHM). Labelled a "Maison des Illustres", this garden is a real tribute to the entomologist Jean-Henri Fabre, offering visitors a unique immersion in his habitat and botanical garden.

To retrace the history of the site, it was in March 1879 that Jean-Henri Fabre acquired this magnificent property, then uncultivated, which he named Harmas, a Provençal term meaning " uncultivated land ". It was here that he devoted himself entirely to his passion: the observation of insects. He turned Harmas into the first "living laboratory of nature" and entomology.

To enhance understanding of Fabre's work and make the visit more captivating and narrative, the Harmas has collaborated with Empreinte and a different graphic artist and designer to create new signage for the tour.

Our creations include interpretation lecterns and directional elements, making it easier for you to explore this enchanting place.

For this project, we opted for quality materials such as stainless steel and aluminium, to ensure harmonious integration into the museum's garden. The signage is durable and aesthetically designed, and preserves the environmental health of the site thanks to an innovative installation system that does not require the pouring of concrete, thus preserving the natural surroundings of this remarkable garden.

Client: The National Museum of Natural History
Desk designer : Lulisse scenography
Designer of directional elements: Agent M Paris
Graphic designer: Séverine Coquelin - La vilaine est jolie

Technical features : Aluminium, Interpretation desk, directional elements, signage for parks and gardens