In the heart of the old town, the museum reveals the different facets of an artisanal past that has marked the history of the village.
Since the Middle Ages, Alby-sur-Chéran has experienced intense activity linked to the leather trades. For several centuries, the shoemaking became the main resource of the town and provided a living for a large part of its inhabitants.
Today, the Place du Trophée and its arcades, under which the shops were nestled, preserve the traces of this long artisanal tradition which disappeared from the town in the 1970s.
Created in 1980 and renovated in 2015, the Museum presents the various manual manufacturing tools, the many nails, clogs and sewing machines left by the last artisans.
By appointment for guided tours for groups of 5 to 15 people.
Opening
From 01/06 to 30/06 on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and from 13:30 p.m. to 17:30 p.m.
From 01/07 to 31/08 on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and from 15 p.m. to 19 p.m.
Tuesday: 10am-12pm/15pm-20pm.
From 01/09 to 17/09 on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and from 13:30 p.m. to 17:30 p.m.
Fee
Free self-guided visit.
Guided group tour by appointment.
Payment method
- Cheque
- Cash
Services
Equipment
- Parking in the area
- Public toilets
- Defibrillator
- Picnic area.
- Toilet
Services
- Pet Friendly
- Tourist routes
- Tourist information
- Free visits
- Guided tours
Home
- Groups of 5 to 25 people welcome