This museum bears witness to Nantes’ industrial heritage, which invites visitors to discover the history of former bookmaking trades. The museum is one-of-akind because the machines still function — meaning the past is still alive.
The museum’s presses were also used in several films, like Les Illusions perdues by Xavier Giannoli.
At the same address
Médiathèque Jacques-Demy
The ’Médiathèque Jacques Demy’ pays homage to the eponymousfilmmaker and native son of Nantes. With its a vast collection of books, rare and precious documents, and multimedia content, it’s the city’s go-to cultural centre.
24 Quai de la Fosse 44000 Nantes
How to get there?
Parking(s) nearby: Parking Médiathèque, Parking Gloriette 2, Parking Gloriette 1, Parking Graslin, Parking Commerce, Parking CHU 1
Public transport: Médiathèque, Square Daviais, Copernic - Musées, Chantiers Navals
Self-service bicycles: Médiathèque (n°34), Jean V (n°35), Bourse (n°31), Racine (n°33), Palais De Justice (n°44), Alger (n°36), Duguay Trouin (n°29), Félix Éboué (n°37), Delorme (n°12)
From 1st september to 30 June, open daily from Monday to Saturday.
In July and August, open daily from Monday to Friday.
10.00-12.00 and 14.00 – 17.30. Guided visit at 14.30
Closed on Sundays and bank holidays
Closure à 16.30 on 24th and 31st December
Free for PASS Nantes holders
Book PASS Nantes
Free access and free printed poster for Pass Nantes holders.
8 € / 5€/ free for children under 5
The entire museum is accessible to people with reduced mobility. Elevator at the entrance to the Mediatheque car park.
