Musée de Bourgoin-Jallieu
Museum housed in the former Chapel of the Antonines and the Hôtel-Dieu, devoted to the history of textiles in northern Isère and to the fine arts.
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About the museum
The museum was founded in 1929 by the Town of Bourgoin and the landscape painter Victor Charreton, initially with a focus on fine arts. It opened to the public in 1933. After Charreton's death in 1936, the association of Friends of the Arts continued its work and enriched the collections.
The museum occupies two buildings in the town centre: the former Chapel of the Antonines, built in 1503, whose façade has been preserved, and the 18th-century Hôtel-Dieu. It covers about 1,200 m² across three levels and was renovated in 2000.
The textile route tells the story of weaving and fabric printing in the Bas-Dauphiné, from the first printing blocks of the 18th century to today's computer-based techniques. The top level is dedicated to fine arts, with local painters such as Victor Charreton and Alfred Bellet du Poisat, on display since 2014. The museum also takes an interest in the town's heritage, with studies, exhibitions and guided walks.
Highlights
- Permanent route on weaving and textile printing in northern Isère
- Fine arts section devoted to Victor Charreton and Alfred Bellet du Poisat
- Plaster cast of “La Religion terrassant l'Hérésie” by Jean Hardy
- Balustrade of the Hôtel du Parc, where Napoleon stayed in March 1815
- Free Muséopic app, which recognises photographed works
Permanent exhibitions
- Parcours permanent textile – The route traces the history of weaving and fabric printing in northern Isère, from the first printing blocks of the 18th century to today's computer technologies.
- Beaux-arts – The top level presents painters from the region, notably Victor Charreton and Alfred Bellet du Poisat.
- Founded
- 1929
- Operated by
- Ville de Bourgoin-Jallieu
- Visitors per year
- approx. 14,053 (2019)
Admission & discounts
Admission is free.
| Children & teens | freefree up to age 17 · Free admission for under-18s, on presentation of proof. |
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| Students & apprentices | freeFree admission for students under 25, on presentation of proof. |
| Groups (9+ people) | free per personFree self-guided visits for groups of more than 8 people, but a reservation is required. Guided visit with a mediator by reservation at least 3 weeks in advance. |
| Temporary exhibition (adult) | €5The permanent route remains free. |
The permanent route is free for everyone. Admission is also free for Friends of the Museum, teachers working on a project with the museum, and certain holders of professional cards. Payment by bank card, cheque, cash or PASS'Région card; the Jeune Isère cheque is accepted only at the shop.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
- Elevator
- Accessible restroom: no information
- Accessible parking: no information
- Service dogs welcome: no information
- Tactile models & exhibits: no information
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description: no information
The permanent route and temporary exhibition rooms are accessible to visitors with reduced mobility. A wheelchair is available for visitors.
Kids & families
Great for kids & families
| Kids’ admission | free up to age 17 |
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- Family tours & workshops
- Activity booklet, scavenger hunt or kids’ audio guide
- Playground / play area
The museum offers a play trail and a play area for the youngest. Storytelling sessions for children and families are scheduled on some afternoons.
Getting there & parking
By public transit
Poste Gambetta
Bus line T15 from Pont-de-Chéruy to Bourgoin-Jallieu, stop “Poste Gambetta.” The SNCF station and the coach station are about 10 minutes' walk away; the TGV station Saint-Exupéry is 20 km away.
By car
Parking available
Parking Médicis (covered, paid), Parking Berlioz (place des Droits de l'homme, paid) and a free car park near the Médiathèque, about 15 minutes' walk away.
By car: motorway A43, exit no. 8 from Grenoble, exit no. 7 from Lyon.
Get directionsAmenities & dining
- Museum shop
- Lockers
Museum shop. Lockers for clothing, bags and small luggage at reception. Folding tripods are available in the galleries. The museum's website does not mention Wi-Fi for visitors.
Events & venue rental
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| Photography | Flash photography is prohibited. |
| Good to know | Independent guides work alongside the reception team. Room sheets, videos and demonstration tables support the visit; a visit aid is available on request in English, German and Chinese. The free Muséopic app enhances the visit. |
