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Musée de la mécanique d'art et du patrimoine

The Musée de la mécanique d'art et du patrimoine (MuMAPS) in Sainte-Croix, Switzerland, showcases the art of mechanical music and precision mechanics. Its permanent exhibition "Mécanique d'art. La fabrique du rêve" presents music boxes, automata, orchestrions and gramophones, which are demonstrated during guided tours. The museum also features the permanent exhibition "Il était une fois Sainte-Croix" and hosts changing temporary exhibitions. Additional routes include the Atelier du Dr Wyss and the Balade Industrielle.

Families and Kids

The museum recommends that families with young visitors join the guided tour with demonstrations of the permanent exhibition. Children's activities are regularly offered on the occasion of events and announced in the museum's agenda. Children under 6 years old enter free of charge.

Information

  • Visit duration: 80min
  • Barrier free: Yes
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Free entrance: No
  • Price range: $$
  • Topic: Crafts and industry
    • Guided tours: Yes
    • Children experience: Child friendly
    • Children age group: 6-12, 12-18
    • Children activities: Tours and demonstrations

Opening hours

Open Tuesday to Sunday from 13:30 to 17:30; closed on Mondays.
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
13:30-17:30
Wednesday
13:30-17:30
Thursday
13:30-17:30
Friday
13:30-17:30
Saturday
13:30-17:30
Sunday
13:30-17:30

Admission fees

12 CHF
Adult admission
6 CHF
Children from 6 years old
26 CHF
Family (2 adults and up to 3 children)
0 CHF
Children under 6 years old

Contact

Webpage
mumaps.ch
Email
info@mumaps.ch
Address
rue de l'Industrie 2, 1450 Sainte-Croix

Access

Nearby stops

  • Ste-Croix400 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Neuchâtel
1h 11m
Lausanne
1h 45m
Bern
2h 8m
Olten
2h 14m
Genève
2h 41m

FAQ

  • Is the permanent exhibition accessible without a guide?
    No. The permanent exhibition "Mécanique d'art. La fabrique du rêve" is only accessible as a guided tour with demonstrations, lasting 1h20 for a maximum of 25 people.
  • Are dogs allowed in the museum?
    Dogs are not admitted to the museum, except for assistance dogs.
  • Can guided tours be booked in languages other than French?
    Yes. Guided tours on reservation are available in French, German and English, with a minimum booking time of 2 weeks before the desired date.
  • Is the museum accessible to people with reduced mobility?
    Yes. The entire museum is accessible to people with reduced mobility, with a lift giving access to all floors and adapted toilets on the ground floor.
  • Is the shop accessible without an entrance ticket?
    Yes. The museum's bookshop-boutique is accessible without an entrance ticket during opening hours.

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