Musée des tisserands mayennais
Musée de France housed in three 18th-century weavers’ houses, devoted to the history of hemp and textiles in Mayenne.
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About the museum
The museum occupies three authentic 18th-century weavers’ houses in Ambrières-les-Vallées. It tells the story of hemp, the main crop of the Bas-Maine, which later became the Mayenne department, and of the economic and social life of the department linked to this textile.
The museum has held the “Musée de France” label since 2003. The label recognises the authenticity of the building as well as that of all the objects and collections from the 18th century.
Highlights
- Three 18th-century weavers’ houses
- History of hemp, the main crop of the Bas-Maine
- Economic and social life in Mayenne in the past
- “Musée de France” label
Permanent exhibition
- Collections permanentes du chanvre et du tissage – Route through three 18th-century weavers’ houses devoted to the history of hemp and economic life in Mayenne.
- Visitors per year
- approx. 1,387
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €3 |
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| Children & teens | €2Price from €2 |
| Groups | €2.50 per personAdults in groups, from €2.50; children in groups, from €1.50 |
The prices given by the tourist office are “from” prices.
Accessibility
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Kids & families
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Getting there & parking
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Amenities & dining
- Museum shop
Events & venue rental
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Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| School programs | yes |
| Good to know | Self-guided visits for individual visitors. Guided tours and educational visits are possible for groups, by appointment. |
