So focused on local history, our museums can fill you in not just on the traditions and customs of the area but also it’s flora and fauna too. By gum, what are all these sharks’s teeth around the place? Find out why they’re there !
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Art and History Museum
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In the heart of this historic town of Chinon, Le Carroi is an art museum located in a 15th century historic building.
Inside you can discover the "Cape of Saint Mexme", a very rare 12th century fabric from the East. Two exhibitions, first
"Fabulous animals" and the second one celebrates the 600 years of the birth of Louis XI.
Opening times
From 05/04/2025 to 30/06/2025
Opening days :
Show moreOpening days :
- monday from 14h00 to 18h00
- wednesday from 14h00 to 18h00
- thursday from 14h00 to 18h00
- friday from 14h00 to 18h00
- saturday from 14h00 to 18h00
- sunday from 14h00 to 18h00
From 01/07/2025 to 31/08/2025
Opening days :
Opening days :
- monday from 10h00 to 13h00 and from 14h00 to 19h00
- tuesday from 10h00 to 13h00 and from 14h00 to 19h00
- wednesday from 10h00 to 13h00 and from 14h00 to 19h00
- thursday from 10h00 to 13h00 and from 14h00 to 19h00
- friday from 10h00 to 13h00 and from 14h00 to 19h00
- saturday from 10h00 to 13h00 and from 14h00 to 19h00
- sunday from 10h00 to 13h00 and from 14h00 to 19h00
From 01/09/2025 to 28/09/2025
Opening days :
Opening days :
- monday from 14h00 to 18h00
- wednesday from 14h00 to 18h00
- thursday from 14h00 to 18h00
- friday from 14h00 to 18h00
- saturday from 14h00 to 18h00
- sunday from 14h00 to 18h00
Certification labels
Prices & Payment methods
- Full adult price : 4€
- Discount rate : 2,50€
- : 11€
Payment methods
Description
Description of heritage
Descriptif du centre d'interprétation
In the heart of this historic town, the Maison des Etats Généraux (Vieux Chinon Museum), is a 15th-century building housing a collection of artworks and objects which cast light on the history of the town and the surrounding area, from prehistoric times through to the present day.Descriptif du parc et jardin
In the heart of this historic town, the Maison des Etats Généraux (Vieux Chinon Museum), is a 15th-century building housing a collection of artworks and objects which cast light on the history of the town and the surrounding area, from prehistoric times through to the present day.Descriptif du musée
In the heart of this historic town, the Maison des Etats Généraux (Vieux Chinon Museum), is a 15th-century building housing a collection of artworks and objects which cast light on the history of the town and the surrounding area, from prehistoric times through to the present day.Descriptif du site et monument historique
In the heart of this historic town, the Maison des Etats Généraux (Vieux Chinon Museum), is a 15th-century building housing a collection of artworks and objects which cast light on the history of the town and the surrounding area, from prehistoric times through to the present day.
Spoken languages
- French
- English
Services
- Shop
- Play area
Facilities
- Shop
- Luggage storage
- Play area
- Wifi
Group
Groups accepted
- Maximum group size: 25
- Minimum group size: 5
Visit
Languages of the visit :
Average duration of the group visit: 00h45
Average duration of the individual visit:01h30
- French
Average duration of the group visit: 00h45
Average duration of the individual visit:01h30
Activities
On site
- Activities
- Adult workshop
- Junior workshop
- Temporary exhibitions
