The workshops

Our Cultural and Fun Lavender Workshops in the Vaucluse

Workshops traditional distillation, scented watercolors, aromatic ballotins...

In Coustellet, near Gordes, the workshops bring everyone closer to lavender—hands-on, relaxed, and memorable. Children make their own lavender sachet, while adults discover traditional distillation, explore scents in a lavender sensory workshop, or paint a watercolor inspired by the purple fields of Provence. Here, lavender is not just a flower to admire: it is something to touch, smell, and truly experience. Each workshop offers a real moment to share—and a keepsake to take home.

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Live Traditional distillation workshop in ancient still

Live Traditional distillation workshop in ancient still

Around our authentic open-fire still, each visitor discovers this famous alchemy to obtain, by steam extraction, the precious lavender extract, called essential oil.
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Children workshop - Making of lavender sachets

Children workshop - Making of lavender sachets

What a pleasure to make your own lavender sachet to put in your wardrobe. Children personalize their lavender sachet by choosing their fabric and the closing ribbon.
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Scented watercolor painting class

Scented watercolor painting class

Nathalie Andrieu, professional watercolorist, shares her passion for painting, using the Museum's scented watercolors. These buckets of perfumed pigments with natural essences used for our perfumes were created exclusively by the Conservatoire des...
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At the museum, lavender never stays behind glass. It comes alive through workshops designed for every age—visitors, local families, and curious couples who want to experience true Provence lavender in a simple, enjoyable way.

Each lavender workshop follows the same idea: learn by doing, smell by smelling, understand by trying.

Lavender sachets & aromatic plants (children’s workshop)

In this children’s workshop, lavender becomes a hands-on craft. Kids fill their own sachet with dried lavender flowers and aromatic herbs, learn to recognize its signature scent, and leave with a fragrant creation to take home.

Lavender sensory workshop

This workshop invites participants to explore lavender through the senses. Compare aromas, identify subtle notes, and discover the richness of natural plants in a calm and guided experience.

Traditional distillation workshop

During this workshop, lavender transforms into essential oil before your eyes. The traditional still is explained step by step, revealing authentic Provençal know-how.

Watercolor workshop: scented aquarelles with Nathalie Maire

In this creative workshop, lavender becomes inspiration. Participants paint with Nathalie Maire, exploring colors inspired by the landscapes of Provence and its lavender fields.

Through every workshop, fine lavender feels alive—seen, smelled, and handled. These workshops create simple and authentic moments in Provence.