Notre Histoire, musée de Rumilly
Municipal museum of Rumilly telling the history of the town and its region through eight themes, with an accessible sensory trail.
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About the museum
The museum “Notre Histoire” is the municipal museum of Rumilly in Haute-Savoie. It presents itself as a place of knowledge and exchange about the history of the town and its inhabitants. It is open all year round, with temporary exhibitions, events and workshops renewed regularly.
The permanent route begins with an introduction on the first floor, then presents the history of Rumilly on the second floor in eight sequences: representing oneself, administering, defending, associating, believing, making, cultivating and producing. It follows the development of the town from the Middle Ages to its industrial conversion in the 20th century, and uses objects, paintings, engravings and testimonies to evoke the life of a town in a rural setting.
The museum puts great emphasis on accessibility: an easy-to-read booklet in French (FALC), a sensory trail with ten stations, a “5 senses” guided tour, a lift and extra seats on every floor. It also offers lectures, the “Rendez-vous du jeudi”, urban walks and activities for children.
Highlights
- Permanent route in eight sequences on the history of Rumilly
- Sensory trail with ten stations
- Booklet in easy-to-read French (FALC)
- “5 senses” guided tour
- Free admission for everyone on Wednesday afternoons
Permanent exhibition
- Parcours permanent : l'histoire de Rumilly en huit séquences – The second floor traces the town's history through eight themes, from the representation of the town to production.
- Operated by
- Ville de Rumilly
- Visitors per year
- approx. 4,160
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €3.70 |
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| Reduced | €3Over 65s, job seekers, recipients of RSA, AAH or ASPA |
| Children & teens | freefree up to age 21 · Free for children under 22. |
| Students & apprentices | freeFree for students. |
| Groups | €6 per personFull rate for group activities by reservation from Tuesday to Friday; free for accompanying adults. |
Free admission: Every Wednesday afternoon, for self-guided visits
Self-guided visit: €3.70 full rate, €3 reduced rate.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
- Elevator
- Accessible restroom
- Accessible parking
- Service dogs welcome: no information
- Tactile models & exhibits
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials
- Audio description: no information
The interior spaces are fully accessible by wheelchair and with a walker. The path from the car park is level and step-free, with a drop-off point 50 metres from the entrance. The lift is freely accessible and adapted toilets are on the second floor. Walking-stick seats and folding seats are lent free of charge on every floor. The easy-to-read booklet in French (FALC) is available free of charge at reception.
Kids & families
Great for kids & families
| Kids’ admission | free up to age 21 |
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- Family tours & workshops
- Activity booklet, scavenger hunt or kids’ audio guide
- Kids’ birthday parties
Family activities, workshops for children and free game booklets adapted to three age groups (4–6, 7–9 and 10–12 years) are offered. Children's birthday parties can be held at the museum for up to 12 children, with use of the workshop room (€80).
Getting there & parking
By car
Parking available
Car park close to the museum, with a reserved space in front of the entrance; drop-off point 50 metres from the entrance, including for coaches and minibuses.
- Accessible parking
Amenities & dining
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Events & venue rental
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes · approx. 60 min |
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| School programs | yes |
| Good to know | The “5 senses” guided tour lasts about one hour. The museum also offers themed visits, urban walks, lectures and visits for school groups from age 4. Reservations can be made by phone. |
