A la Rencontre des Vieux Métiers
About This Museum
Believe it or not, this entire museum was sparked by a single, forgotten shoemaker's hammer found in an attic. That one artifact ignited a passion for preserving the vanishing trades of rural France, leading to this wonderfully cluttered treasure trove. You don't just see the tools; you feel the presence of the blacksmiths, coopers, and weavers who used them. It’s a place that truly makes you appreciate the skill in a perfectly hand-stitched saddle or a meticulously woven basket.
Collection Highlights
The collection is a symphony of manual skill, from the massive, soot-stained forge to delicate lace-making bobbins. Don't miss the fully equipped cobbler's workshop, looking as if the artisan just stepped out for lunch, or the stunning array of woodworking planes lined up like soldiers.
Visitor Information
Tucked away on Rue Haute in Bouray-sur-Juine, it's best to check their seasonal opening hours online before you visit—it feels like a local secret waiting to be discovered.
Architecture & Building
Housed in a charming, unassuming stone building that looks like it has always been part of the village fabric, its rustic interior with wooden beams and creaky floors is the perfect setting for these time-worn crafts.
Contact & Location
Address: Rue Haute, Bouray-sur-Juine, Étampes, Essonne, Île-de-France, France métropolitaine, 91850, France
Phone: +33 1 60 82 23 25
Website: Visit Website
