Musée des moulages de Lyon
Free university museum in Lyon’s 3rd arrondissement: some 1,600 plaster casts trace the history of Western sculpture, from archaic Greece to the 19th century.
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About the museum
The museum opened in 1899 within the University of Lyon. At first it served to teach art history and archaeology. Today it is attached to the Université Lumière Lyon 2, and it is also a place of mediation and knowledge-sharing open to the city.
It is housed in former industrial premises in the 3rd arrondissement. The collection includes nearly 1,600 plaster casts, faithful full-size copies of famous statues, bas-reliefs and statuettes. It reflects the development of Western sculpture from archaic Greece to the 19th century. A selection of 200 casts is presented on a themed route.
Highlights
- Nearly 1,600 plaster casts of statues, bas-reliefs and statuettes
- Themed route of 200 casts, from archaic Greece to the 19th century
- Admission and activities free for everyone
- Guided tours on opening days at 14:30 and 16:00
Permanent exhibition
- Parcours thématique des moulages – A selection of 200 plaster casts shows the development of Western sculpture from archaic Greece to the 19th century.
- Founded
- 1899
- Operated by
- Université Lumière Lyon 2
- Director
- Henri Lechat
Admission & discounts
Admission is free.
Admission and all activities offered by the museum are free for everyone.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible: no information
- Elevator: no information
- 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
- Audio description: no information
A welcome booklet for visually impaired visitors and an easy-to-read booklet (FALC) are available.
Kids & families
- Family tours & workshops
- Activity booklet, scavenger hunt or kids’ audio guide
Special programme during school holidays. Free children’s game booklets are available at reception.
Getting there & parking
By public transit
Garibaldi
Metro line D, Garibaldi stop.
Vélo’v station no. 7003 Gambetta / Garibaldi. Postal address: 3 rue Rachais, 69003 Lyon.
Get directionsAmenities & dining
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Events & venue rental
- Spaces for rent
- Corporate events
Up to 125 guests.
The multipurpose room holds up to 125 people for seminars, conferences and corporate events; booking is possible from May 15 to July 15 via an online form.
Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes · approx. 60 min |
|---|---|
| Audio guide | yes |
| School programs | yes |
| Good to know | Guided tours on opening days: at 14:30 for a general introduction, at 16:00 for a themed tour that changes regularly. Audio guides are available. School programmes can be booked from September 15. |
