Musée de la MusiqueMusical production
Address: Cité de la Musique - 221, Avenue Jean-Jaurès 75019 - 19th Arrondissement Paris
Nearest Bus or Train:Métro: Porte de Pantin
Open Hours:Noon-6p Tu-Th, noon-7:30p F-Sa, 10a-6p Su
This museum is linked to the Cité de la Musique, a place focusing on music, culture, teaching and listening - it is dedicated to music lovers. It houses about 4500 instruments from the 16th century to today. Thanks to headsets, paintings, sculptures, engravings and models, visitors are introduced to the history of music. Each section is presented by a theme and accompanied by a piece of music. The museum, with this innovative concept is truly international. It includes a technical restoration laboratory and a major research and information centre. The auditorium offers regular cultural events and concerts (using instruments from the museum). Admission : adults 35F (EUR 5.33), concession 25F (EUR 3.81),6-18 yrs 10F (EUR 1.52), under-6s and unemployed free.
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