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Further Distractions Maison des Canuts (Silk-Weavers’ House) Maison des Canuts is both a museum of silk weaving and a co-operative, created to preserve the traditions of the industry and sell its own designs. It has an important collection of historical textiles and houses examples of the famous Jacquard loom. With a guided tour narrated by authentic canuts or silk-weavers, this museum offers a fascinating insight into the silk industry. 10-12 rue d’Ivry Tel: (04) 7828 6204. Fax: (04) 7828 1693. E-mail: musées@lyon.cci.fr Transport: Métro Croix Rousse. Opening hours: Mon-Fri 0830-1200 and 1400-1830, Sat 0900-1200 and 1400-1800. Admission: €3 (concessions available). Musée des Tissus (Textiles Museum) Since 1946, this museum has been situated in a 17th-century mansion, which used to be the residence of the Governor of Lyon. The museum houses a remarkable collection of over 1000 textile samples from both Eastern and Western civilisations throughout the ages and tells the story of textiles, with particular attention on silk-manufacturing from the Renaissance to the present day and the development of Lyon as the European silk capital. 34 rue de la Charité Tel: (04) 7838 4200. Fax: (04) 7240 2512. Website: www.lyon.cci.fr/musee-des-tissus Transport: Métro Ampère Victor Hugo. Opening hours: Tues-Sun 1000-1730. Admission: €4.50. |
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