The Lyon History Museum is considered a starting point to discovering the city of Lyon. With exhibits that focus on how the city was developed, visitors will be taken back in time to better understand the social, economic, and cultural events and activities that shaped Lyon into what it is today. There are over 80,000 objects and works of art in 31 permanent exhibits in the museum, each broken down by era. Popular pieces include old plans to structure the city, tools, paintings and drawings, furniture, and numerous other goods. There are many tours on offer at the museum, some which focus on how the town was developed while others display the routine and day in the life of past residents.
1 Place du Petit Collège, 69005 Lyon, Phone: +334-7842-0361
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