Musée Barthélemy Thimonnier
Le musée Barthélemy Thimonnier est l'un des musées labellisés « Musée de France » de Amplepuis, en Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes.
Son histoire : Collection de machines à coudre constituée depuis 1965 par le Groupe de Recherches Archéologiques et Historiques d'Amplepuis, collection de cycles provenant de la donation Henri et Renée Malartre (donation en 1987).
Le musée présente plusieurs atouts : Première collection publique française de machines à coudre, rapprochement historique et technologique de la machine à coudre et du cycle. Il suscite l'intérêt par : Ancien hôpital d'Amplepuis et sa chapelle, qui lui était accolée.
La figure de Barthélemy Thimonnier, inventeur de la machine à coudre en 1830 y occupe une place centrale. Les collections du musée couvrent les domaines suivants : Technique et industrie. L'établissement est accessible au place de l'hôtel de ville, Amplepuis.
Renseignements par téléphone au 04 74 89 08 90. Site officiel : musees.ouestrhodanien.fr/musee-barthelemy-thimonnier.html.
History
Collection de machines à coudre constituée depuis 1965 par le Groupe de Recherches Archéologiques et Historiques d'Amplepuis, collection de cycles provenant de la donation Henri et Renée Malartre (donation en 1987).
Collection highlights
Première collection publique française de machines à coudre, rapprochement historique et technologique de la machine à coudre et du cycle.
The building
Ancien hôpital d'Amplepuis et sa chapelle, qui lui était accolée.
Notable figures associated with the museum
Barthélemy Thimonnier, inventeur de la machine à coudre en 1830
Domains and collections
Collection themes
Ethnologie : Métiers et outils ( artisanat, machines);Histoire : Histoire locale et régionale, Histoire industrielle et technologique;Sciences et techniques : Industrie, Mécanique
Museums nearby
Museum presentation
Situated in Amplepuis, in the heart of the Rhône department, musée Barthélemy Thimonnier holds the « Musée de France » label granted by the Ministry of Culture.
This institution fulfills a public service mission by making its collections accessible to the widest possible audience and contributing to the artistic and cultural education of the territory.
Collections and fields
The collections of musée Barthélemy Thimonnier cover the following fields: Technique et industrie. These holdings, built up over decades, reflect the richness of the local heritage and offer a varied overview of artistic and scientific expressions.
The museum pursues a policy of enriching its collections through acquisitions, donations, and deposits.
Practical information
musée Barthélemy Thimonnier is located at place de l'hôtel de ville, 69550 Amplepuis. Opening hours and admission fees may vary depending on the season. It is recommended to contact the museum directly or check its official website before your visit.
The institution may offer guided tours, educational workshops, and events for all audiences.
The museum and its territory
musée Barthélemy Thimonnier is part of the cultural landscape of Amplepuis and, more broadly, of the Rhône department. The city is home to other cultural and heritage institutions that complement the museum's offerings.
A visit to Amplepuis allows you to combine discovering the museum with exploring the architectural and natural heritage of the area.
The 'Museum of France' label
The « Musée de France » label is governed by the law of January 4, 2002, on museums in France.
It is awarded to museums whose collections are of public interest and that commit to meeting obligations regarding conservation, restoration, inventory, and accessibility. musée Barthélemy Thimonnier meets these requirements and thus ensures the preservation of its collections for future generations.
Data sources
The information presented on this page comes from the Muséofile database of the Ministry of Culture, published on data.culture.gouv.fr under the Open License v2.0 (Etalab). The artworks associated with this museum come from the Joconde database. This data is updated regularly.
See also
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know
musée Barthélemy Thimonnier is located in Amplepuis, in the Rhône department. Check the museum's record for the full address and contact details.
musée Barthélemy Thimonnier's collections are listed in the Culture Ministry's Museofile database. Visit the museum's page to see the themed areas covered by its collections.
Yes, musée Barthélemy Thimonnier bears the « Musée de France » label awarded by the Culture Ministry, which guarantees the quality and accessibility of its collections.
Part of musée Barthélemy Thimonnier's works have been digitized and are accessible on our website via the Joconde database. The number of works available online may vary.
Opening hours vary according to the season and the day of the week. Contact the museum directly or visit its official website for current hours.
Prices depend on the institution. Many museums offer discounted rates and free admission for certain visitor categories.
Accessibility varies depending on the institution and the layout of the premises. Check with the museum before your visit to know about available accommodations.
Other labelled museums are located in Amplepuis or neighboring municipalities. Check the city or department page for the full museum offerings.
Many labelled museums offer guided tours, workshops, and activities. Contact the institution directly to find out about current programs.
The data comes from the Culture Ministry's Museofile database (data.culture.gouv.fr), distributed under the Open License v2.0.