History

Museums in Lyon dedicated to historical events, heritage, and the evolution of societies over time.

Musée des Sciences Biologiques Docteur Mérieux

Doctor Mérieux’s Museum of Biological Sciences introduces visitors to the world of infectious...
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Maison Natale du Curé d’Ars

The Birthplace of the Curé of Ars preserves the childhood home of Saint John Vianney and reflects...
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Musée d’Histoire de Lyon (Musées Gadagne)

Housed in a magnificent Renaissance palace, the Museum of the History of Lyon (Gadagne) tells...
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Musée d’Histoire de l’Enseignement Vétérinaire de Lyon

The Veterinary Teaching History Museum of Lyon Museum showcasing the history of veterinary...
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Mémorial National de la Prison de Montluc

The Montluc National Memorial Prison is a former Nazi prison turned memorial, documenting the...
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Lugdunum – Musée et Théâtres Romains

The Lugdunum – Musée et Théâtres Romains museum brings Roman Lyon to life with ancient artifacts,...
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Maison de Lorette

The Maison de Lorette is a historic house museum which offers a quiet look at local religious...
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L’Antiquaille – Espace Culturel du Christianisme à Lyon

L’Antiquaille – Cultural Space of Christianity Located in a historic hospital building. It...
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Centre d’Histoire de la Résistance et de la Déportation

The Resistance and Deportation History Centre (CHRD) is dedicated to the French Resistance and...
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Musée des Beaux-Arts de Lyon

The Fine Arts Museum of Lyon houses one of France’s major art collections, housed in a former...
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