Museum presenting the history of sacred art through various galleries and educational tools in Paray-le-Monial.
This imposing museum, completed in 1893, has always served this function, making it a rare site listed as a Monument Historique. Numerous educational tools are available to help visitors visit and understand the exhibits. The various galleries present the history of sacred art, from 17th- and 18th-century Italian paintings to works by more recent artists. The museum also showcases the exceptional 1904 National Treasure by goldsmith and jeweller Joseph Chaumet.
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Il est étroitement lié à l'histoire religieuse de la ville, célèbre pour les apparitions de Jésus à Sainte Marguerite-Marie Alacoque.
Le musée expose une collection d'art sacré, de peintures, de sculptures et d'objets liés à ces événements et à la dévotion au Sacré-Cœur.
L'architecture de l'Hôtel-Dieu ajoute à son charme historique, faisant du Musée Hiéron un lieu incontournable pour découvrir l'histoire spirituelle de Paray-le-Monial.