Musee des Tissus et des Arts Decoratifs

The Museum of Textiles and Ceramic Arts is housed in two private 18th-century mansions in Lyon. Founded in 1864, the museum houses one of the largest international collections of textiles. The history of this group extends back four thousand years, from ancient times to the present, and the wide range of technologies covers all geographical regions of the world. The history of Lyon's silk industry is particularly featured in the collection.