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.
Musée Atelier de l'Imprimerie de Nantes, Quai de la Fosse, Nantes
How to get there?
Parking(s) nearby: Parking Médiathèque, Parking Gloriette 2, Parking Graslin, Parking Commerce, Parking CHU 1
Public transport: Médiathèque, Square Daviais, Copernic - Musées, Copernic
Self-service bicycles: Station Naolib Vélo libre-service Médiathèque (n°34), Station Naolib Vélo libre-service Bourse (n°31), Station Naolib Vélo libre-service Racine (n°33), Station Naolib Vélo libre-service Palais de justice (n°44), Station Naolib Vélo libre-service Duguay trouin (n°29), Station Naolib Vélo libre-service Félix éboué (n°37), Station Naolib Vélo libre-service Alger (n°36), Station Naolib Vélo libre-service Delorme (n°12), Station Naolib Vélo libre-service Calvaire (n°11)
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
Pass Nantes holders : Free access and free printed poster (Voirin presse)
Full price : 8€
Reduced price : 5€
Free for children under 5
The entire museum is accessible to people with reduced mobility.
