Musée Lamothe-Cadillac
About This Museum
Tucked away in the charming village of Saint-Nicolas-de-la-Grave, the Musée Lamothe-Cadillac feels more like a local secret than a formal institution. It’s a place that intimately chronicles the life of Antoine Laumet de La Mothe, sieur de Cadillac—the man whose name would one day grace a famous car and a bustling city, Detroit. You wander through rooms filled with personal effects, historical maps, and artifacts that trace his incredible journey from this quiet corner of France to the New World. The atmosphere is wonderfully hushed and personal, allowing you to connect deeply with this one extraordinary story.
Collection Highlights
Look for the detailed scale model of Fort Pontchartrain, the early settlement of Detroit he founded in 1701. His personal correspondence and commissions offer a direct glimpse into his ambitions and struggles.
Visitor Information
It's located at 7 Rue Lamothe Cadillac; just look for the unassuming but dignified stone building in the village center. It's the kind of museum where you can take your time without feeling rushed.
Architecture & Building
Housed in a traditional stone building typical of the Tarn-et-Garonne region, its understated facade gives little hint of the transatlantic saga contained within.
Contact & Location
Address: Musée Lamothe Cadillac, 7, Rue Lamothe-Cadillac, Les Fossés, Saint-Nicolas-de-la-Grave, Castelsarrasin, Tarn-et-Garonne, Occitanie, France métropolitaine, 82210, France
Phone: +33 5 63 94 82 81
