History ExhibitionHistory ExhibitionDecré
Explore five centuries of Nantes history inside a beautifully restored medieval fortress. The museum traces the city's evolution from Breton duchy to industrial powerhouse through interactive exhibits, immersive videos, and the beloved Dragon's Chamber where kids can play and learn.
Tips
June 11 at 1am
Trace how fear turned women into witches across 2,000 years of history. This exhibition moves from ancient magic and medieval persecution to contemporary feminist reclamation, with 180 works showing how the witch was constructed as society's enemy.
June 13 at 3pm
Confront Nantes' colonial past through the eyes of contemporary Black artists. This guided tour weaves together Rosana Paulino's tributes to enslaved Afro-Brazilian women, Omar Victor Diop's striking self-portraits, and fresh historical perspectives from Beninese historian Lylly Houngnihin.
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History ExhibitionHistory ExhibitionExplore five centuries of Nantes history inside a beautifully restored medieval fortress. The museum traces the city's evolution from Breton duchy to industrial powerhouse through interactive exhibits, immersive videos, and the beloved Dragon's Chamber where kids can play and learn.
Tips
June 11 at 1am
Trace how fear turned women into witches across 2,000 years of history. This exhibition moves from ancient magic and medieval persecution to contemporary feminist reclamation, with 180 works showing how the witch was constructed as society's enemy.
June 13 at 3pm
Confront Nantes' colonial past through the eyes of contemporary Black artists. This guided tour weaves together Rosana Paulino's tributes to enslaved Afro-Brazilian women, Omar Victor Diop's striking self-portraits, and fresh historical perspectives from Beninese historian Lylly Houngnihin.
