Maison de la Négritude
About This Museum
People find their way to our little museum in Champagney for a remarkable story that often gets overlooked. They come to see the famous 1789 'Register of Grievances', where the villagers, most of whom weren't wealthy or powerful, boldly petitioned the King for the abolition of slavery. It's a humble but profound place that forces you to reconsider everything you thought you knew about the fight for human rights. You leave with a powerful sense of a small community's colossal courage.
Collection Highlights
The centerpiece is undoubtedly that original petition, displayed with solemnity. Beyond that, you'll find sobering artifacts like slave shackles and period documents that trace the brutal history of the transatlantic slave trade, making the villagers' stand feel even more extraordinary.
Visitor Information
We're tucked away at 24 Grande Rue; it's not a grand palace but a meaningful stop. It’s best to check opening hours online before you make the trip, as we're a small operation.
Architecture & Building
Housed in a traditional Franche-Comté house, it's a simple, unassuming stone building that feels just like any other home on the street, which makes the powerful story inside all the more striking.
Contact & Location
Address: 24, Grande Rue, Champagney, Lure, Haute-Saône, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France métropolitaine, 70290, France
Phone: +33 3 84 23 25 45
Website: Visit Website
